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Surprise! The IRS Counts Forgiven Debt As Taxable ‘Income’

Just because your lender cleared you of a debt doesn't mean Uncle Sam will when filing your tax return

Consumers are receiving so-called 1099-c “cancellation of debt” tax notices, informing them that the IRS…

By John Simons

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Hip-hop artist M.C. Hammer is infamous for his financial fall from grace in the '90s, and his troubles followed him into a new decade. In 2009, he owed more than $671,000 in state and federal taxes.

10 Black Celebrities Who Have Had Their Share of Tax Woes

The IRS halts for no man--or star. See how some famous folks have (mis)handled their finances

Here are 10 black celebrities who felt the wrath of the IRS

By Janell Hazelwood

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Investment Clubhouse: Dos & Don’ts For Starting a Club

Advice, resources and information for investment clubs and their members

If part of your wealth creation strategy includes forming an investment club, here are a…

By Renita Burns

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Tax Insider: College Tax Breaks

Expert advice that individuals and businesses can use to stay abreast of tax news and rules.

If you or someone in your household is taking college courses, you know how expensive…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Uncle Sam To Phase Out Paper Checks

If you receive unemployment, social security or other benefits, your check won�t be in the mail

If you’re looking for your unemployment or social security check, don’t bother waiting by the…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Cutting Edge: Beware of Selling Your Investment

Be sure that you understand the capital gains tax before you cash out

It was the final semester of my senior year in college and I was in…

By Renita Burns

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A Profile In Courage

What you can learn from one woman�s legal victory over the IRS

An audit notice from the Internal Revenue Service can send shivers down the spine of…

By Renita Burns

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Overlooked Tax Breaks

Don�t miss out on tax credits you might be eligible for.

Though you have three years to file an amended return if you missed out on…

By Tamara E. Holmes

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To Save and Protect

Answers to the 10 most commonly asked questions about taxes and estate planning

Tax planning and estate planning are important—especially for women. Since 80% of married women will…

By BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors

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Ask Your Advocate: How To Get Your Unclaimed Tax Refund

How do I find unclaimed money?

I’ve moved a lot over the last five years and I sometimes don’t fill out…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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