Taxes

Lake County voters pass school safety tax measure

Lake County residents voted to keep a school safety tax in place, according to the Associated Press.

Results 2022: Flagler County’s half-cent school tax renewal proposal passes

Flagler County residents approved the continuation of a half-cent school tax referendum which aims to help fund school improvement projects within the district.

What will PITI payments look like in near future?

Will there be relief forthcoming for homeowners when it comes to PITI payments?

Results 2022: Here’s what to know about Flagler County’s half-cent school tax renewal proposal

Flagler County residents voting in the November election will be determining whether to approve the continuation of a half-cent school tax referendum which aims to help fund school improvement projects within the district.

Results 2022: Lake County voters to decide on school safety tax measure

Lake County voters will soon get to decide on whether to keep a school safety tax in place.

IRS ups standard deductions, tax brackets due to inflation

Taxpayers will get fatter standard deductions for 2023 and all seven federal income tax bracket levels will be revised upward as the government allows people to shield more of their money from taxation because of persistently high inflation.

Here’s how Florida hurricane victims can apply for tax relief

Any Florida resident who sustained property losses during Hurricane Ian is eligible for some tax relief under federal disaster protocol.

🚧Here's where Florida stands among states that rely on taxes to pay for road repairs

States usually charge motorist taxes to pay for the construction and maintenance of these roads.

Orange County reports show tax collections up nearly 66% from last year

New numbers by Orange County for the month of May show tourist tax collections are up 65.8% compared to the same time last year.

Florida’s Freedom Week: Here’s a list of what to buy tax-free

The Fourth of July weekend calls for all sorts of items such as grills, canoes, camping gear or event tickets.

Flagler County to add half-cent sales tax to November ballot

Flagler County commissioners approved a half-cent sales tax to be added to the November elections ballot.

Will rising mortgage rates shift the real estate market for buyers?

On the latest episode of “You Have Real Estate with Justin Clark,” Orlando-area realtor Jack Luiz and tax accountant Brian Fay join Clark to discuss the latest trends in the industry.

Why do taxes of a property go up when it’s sold?

On this latest episode of “You Have Real Estate” with Attorney Justin Clark, Seminole County appraiser David Johnson gives insight on property taxes and home values in the area.

Finished your taxes? Take these steps to get ahead for next year

Are you knee-deep in receipts, 1099 forms and W2s? Or are you all done?

You’ve filed your taxes -- now, what should you do with those documents?

If you’ve finally gotten your taxes filed, you’re probably ready to put it all away and move on. Have you considered which documents you should keep? And for how long?

IRS warns promises of big tax refunds could lead to an audit

The IRS Criminal Investigations Division reported a staggering $2.19 billion dollars in tax fraud with an 89.4% conviction rate, according to its 2021 annual report.

From Homer Simpson to Al Bundy, how TV has had fun with tax season

Tax season can be a reason to laugh, as these famous TV episodes showed.

Inflation and car prices: What’s going on? How did this happen?

It seems like you hear about it more and more these days: The extreme lengths people are going to in order to buy a new house; how much it costs to fill up the gas tank; and what we’re spending at the grocery store.

Everything you need to know about filing a tax extension

If you already anticipate needing some extra time to file your federal tax return, there’s some good news. You can always file for an extension.

Thinking about accounting, but hoping to avoid tax-related jobs? Consider these 5 fun careers

When you hear someone say that he or she is an accountant, do you think of taxes right away?

Top 20 money-saving tips for stay-at-home moms and dads

Have you ever seen this quote floating around the internet? “Impossible only means you haven’t found the solution yet.”

5 situations in which pets can be used for tax breaks

For those animal lovers who spend so much money on their pets and hope to recoup some of that cash spent when tax season arrives, this is the cold, hard reality: For the most part, you can’t.

Is it time to switch to paying quarterly taxes? Here’s when to decide, and how to get it done.

There’s one day each year that sticks out to American taxpayers everywhere, and this year is April 18: Tax Day. But to another group of people -- the ones who make quarterly payments -- there are three other times a year to pay up.

Getting a big tax refund this year? How to make your money go further

If you’re expecting a generous refund this season, you’ll want to make that money work as hard as you do.

How do I file taxes if I’m working remotely in another state that’s not my residence?

A common aspect of the COVID-19 pandemic over the past two or so years has been more employees working remotely, but that doesn’t necessarily mean all those people were working from their homes.

Should I pay my tax bill with a credit card?

For those who will have to pay money on their tax returns, a big question usually follows once the amount owed is determined: Should I put this tax bill on my credit card?

An end to tax havens? How a new global minimum tax rate could affect the world’s economy

Here are facts and figures of the OECD’s plan and what it hopes to achieve.

🔓Tax day is approaching. Do you have questions?

Insiders, we want to answer your questions about filing your taxes this year.

IRS offering free walk-in help on taxes at Maitland location

The IRS has set up special hours at its taxpayer assistance center in Maitland with no appointment required.

Quiz: How much do you know about income tax?

You likely know what “income” means, and of course you’re aware of federal and state taxes, and the fact that we have to do them (or have them prepared for us, in some cases), every year. But how much do you know about income tax overall?

Strange tax deductions that were approved by the government

When it comes to tax write-offs, many people will stretch the limits to see what they can get away with.

9+ deductions you should be making if you are self-employed

Whether you’re new to owning your own business or a seasoned vet, taxes can be so stressful. It’s easy to overlook things or simply forget an item here and there.