Monthly Archives: October 2013

Passive Activity Loss Limitations

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Lisa W. Hull

In 1986 Congress passed the Tax Reform Act of 1986 which resulted in the recodification of the Internal Revenue Code.   IRC Section 469 became a part of our tax code as a result of the TRA 1986.  This provision requires … Continue reading →

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Weight Loss

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Lisa W. Hull

I’m still on the Weight Watchers plan, within about 10 pounds of my goal weight.  I’ve lost 40 pounds this year.  When I started my weight loss journey in May, one of my goals was to attend the March of … Continue reading →

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October 15th Deadline Looms Near

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Lisa W. Hull

The Internal Revenue Service issued a reminder this week that the October 15 deadline is still in effect for individuals who requested a six-month extension to file their 2012 tax return.  The current lapse in Federal appropriations does not affect … Continue reading →

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Mileage, the “Sampling Method”

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Lisa W. Hull

If keeping an entire year of your mileage isn’t something you enjoy,  you may want to consider is the three-month sample for the mileage log.  Using this option, you maintain your mileage log for three months of the taxable year … Continue reading →

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