Here's Who Won't Be Getting a Stimulus Check
The $2 trillion stimulus bill that the federal government passed last month was so rushed - lots of people will not be getting a check Continue reading…
View ArticleIRS Launches Online Tool For Non-Filers To Get Stimulus Checks
The Internal Revenue Service has launched an online tool for non-filers, or people that don't normally file taxes, to register quickly and receive stimulus checks. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Tax Filing Deadline Pushed Back to Friday
A computer connectivity issue at the Louisiana Department of Revenue yesterday was the reason given for the extension. Continue reading…
View ArticleHere's Why You Could See Your Take-Home Pay Increase Next Month
There's a catch...or three. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana to Have Two-Day Sales Tax Holiday Nov. 20-21
Louisiana shoppers will be able to save a few bucks later this month as a state sales tax holiday will happen the weekend of November 20-21. Continue reading…
View Article.22 Cent Tax Per Gallon Proposed on Louisiana Gas Purchases
The extra revenue would be earmarked for road and bridge repairs that have been backlogged in the state. Continue reading…
View ArticleHere’s How You Know You’re Not Getting a Stimulus Payment
After obsessing for a few hours over the issue (as I am known to do) I stumbled onto the final word. Continue reading…
View ArticleDidn’t Get a Stimulus Check? You Can Claim it on Your Tax Return
If you missed out on stimulus money you can claim it on your taxes. If you received unemployment benefits, get ready for a huge tax day shock. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Residents Have Until June 15 to File Federal Taxes
IRS extends tax filing deadline for millions of Americans. Continue reading…
View ArticleTax Day for Most of Louisiana but Not Everybody
Five Louisiana Parishes will have until August to file state taxes. For the rest of us, today is the day we need to get that done. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana to End Tax Credit for Electric Cars July 1
The Louisiana Legislature is pulling the plug on tax credits designed to bolster electric car sales in the state. Continue reading…
View ArticleHigher Oil Prices Are Good for Louisiana, Right? Maybe Not
Louisiana's tax rolls do benefit from higher oil prices but other revenue streams the state relies upon could begin to dry up. Continue reading…
View ArticleTax-Free Shopping at Burlington this Weekend!
The retail giant announced yesterday that it would cover the 3% sales tax in all of its Louisiana stores Continue reading…
View ArticleApple Bringing Thousands of Jobs and $1 Billion Campus to Texas
Speculation about where the house that Steve Jobs built would put their next hob o' innovation has been running rampant for months, but the waiting is over. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe IRS Won’t Issue Refunds During Government Shutdown
If you were planning on using your refund dollars for a big TV, braces, vacation, or anything else - you are probably going to have to adjust your plans. Continue reading…
View ArticleExpect Your Tax Refund To Come As Normal Amid Government Shutdown
Is there going to be a delay in receiving our tax refund checks from the IRS if we're owed a refund? Continue reading…
View ArticleIRS Recalls 46,000 Unpaid Workers to Handle Your Tax Return
Close to 60% of the IRS's workforce has been called back to work to handle the load of America's impending return-a-thon without pay. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Trying To Recover $26 Million After Accidentally Sending Out...
The state is currently trying to get back $26 million in 'accidental' tax returns. Continue reading…
View ArticleIf You Win the $750 Million Powerball, Here’s How Much is Taxed
You might be shocked at how much the government is going to take if you win the big jackpot this week. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Among Worst States for Taxpayer Return on Investment
When it comes to bang for your tax bucks, Louisiana could use a little work. Continue reading…
View ArticleTax Burden By State: Where Does Louisiana Rank?
With Tax Day rapidly approaching, personal finance website WalletHub has released its 2019 Tax Burden By State, plus the latest Tax Facts. Continue reading…
View ArticleDodie Horton Calls Out Governor; Wants to Repeal Taxes
House rep blasts the governor and other law makers over how they spend tax payers' money. Continue reading…
View ArticleBeer Industry Pours $4.3 Billion Into Louisiana Economy
Just think of the new bridges, smooth roads, updated schools, and raises for politicians that money probably provides! Continue reading…
View ArticleLegal Age for Tobacco Purchase Goes Up in Arkansas, Too
There will also be an increase in the minimum markup on cigarettes and a hefty jump in in taxes on cigarette rolling papers as well. Continue reading…
View ArticleSchool Lunch Should be Free in Louisiana – Here’s Why [Opinion]
For some of these kids, sometimes breakfast and lunch at school is the only food they're getting. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe IRS has Announced the Date You can Start Filing Your Taxes
Have you been patiently waiting for to file your taxes and get your money back? Well, the date you can file has finally been announced by the IRS! Continue reading…
View ArticleThings You Should Never Deduct on Your Taxes
I don't know one person, except maybe whoever owns H&R Block, who looks forward to this time of year. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Has 3rd Lowest Real-Estate Property Taxes In United States
According to research and facts, Louisiana is one of the lowest taxed states in the United States. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana/Texas Tax Bracket Changes Revealed for 2023
What percentage of Louisiana and Texas incomes will be earmarked for federal taxes this year? The new tax brackets have been revealed. See how much you'll be paying. Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Tax Brackets to Change in 2024 - What's Different?
Many Louisiana residents will find themselves in higher tax brackets even though their income didn't change. Here are the changes you can expect for 2024. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhy IRS Says File Your Louisiana, Texas Income Tax Quickly
Texas and Louisiana top the list of states where income tax filers receive the biggest average refunds, based on the most recent data from 2020. You should file quickly to make sure no one else gets...
View Article$7,340 Credit From the IRS? Many Louisiana Residents Qualify
About half of individuals and one third of married couples in Louisiana qualify for thousands of dollars in tax credit from the IRS. Here's who qualifies. Continue reading…
View ArticleDo New Child Tax Credits in Louisiana Mean You Can Delay Filing?
Louisiana taxpayers, like so many across the country right now, are looking ahead to April and collecting their paperwork to file their taxes. Continue reading…
View ArticleCan You Pay Your Louisiana Taxes with a Credit Card?
Louisiana residents are used to using credit or debit cards to pay for almost everything, but can that fantastic plastic be used to pay your tax obligation? Continue reading…
View ArticleLouisiana Residents Reminded to Report Income From Illegal Activities
With each new year comes "Tax Time" and the IRS has a reminder for all of us reporting our income in Louisiana. Continue reading…
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