The mere fact that you have job search expenses does not make them deductible or will save you a great deal on your income taxes. Here is a good summary of the treatment of job search related expenses. Note that the savings are probably not as great as one may think....

Working The Puzzle From All The Angles
Month: August 2015
Divorce and your Marital Settlement Agreement
On Behalf of Demetrius J. Karos, Ltd. | Aug 24, 2015 | Tax Law
Divorce changes everything. Not only will your living situation change, assets you own, but the tax treatment of monies you pay or receive from your ex-spouse. Don't wait till tax time to find out about your Agreement with your ex. Surprises are rarely good. Key Tax...
Paying Taxes Made Less Painless?
On Behalf of Demetrius J. Karos, Ltd. | Aug 14, 2015 | Tax Law
Do not avoid paying your income taxes. The IRS has plenty of enforcement tools to pummel you into paying the taxes. Here are some tips to deal with the problem and ways to lessen the pain. IRS Tips to Help People Pay Their TaxesIf you owe tax, the IRS offers safe and...
The IRS makes our lives a little easier
On Behalf of Demetrius J. Karos, Ltd. | Aug 10, 2015 | Tax Law
I'm here from the government and I am here to help? Yes, it is true. Take advantage of some of the IRS tools to help you navigate the rough sea of tax issues. Here are some online tools to consider before you call the IRS and have to wait for an extended period of...
The Taxpayer Advocate is there to provide relief
On Behalf of Demetrius J. Karos, Ltd. | Aug 7, 2015 | Tax Law
Dealing with an IRS problem is time consuming and can be confusing for the average taxpayer. The taxpayer may feel that they are right but the process is long and frustrating. Congress created the Taxpayer Advocate office with the hope that a speedy resolution might...
Starting a new Business?
On Behalf of Demetrius J. Karos, Ltd. | Aug 6, 2015 | Tax Law
Are you starting a new business? If so, there are several key decisions to make that will affect you and your business for many years. Here are some initial items to consider when starting your new business: IRS Tax Tips for Starting a BusinessWhen you start a...
Credits to Offset the Cost of College Tuition
On Behalf of Demetrius J. Karos, Ltd. | Aug 5, 2015 | Tax Law
The government is here to help with the cost of your college education. Several credits are offered for attending higher learning institutions. Don't let this money slip away.Here is a summary of the various credits offered: Back-to-School Education...