1) Don't panic. The returns are due on April 17th this year. This is due to April 15th falling on the weekend and April 16th being a holiday in Washington DC. If you can't get your return completed and filed on time, file an extension. The federal form is 4868 and the Connecticut form is CT-1040-EXT. This will allow you until October 15th to file. The extension however only extends the time to file, it does not extend the time to pay. Any tax due needs to be paid with the filing of the extension.

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The home office deduction is a confusing topic for many taxpayers.  Can I only take it if I am self-employed?

What if you’re not self-employed, but work at home frequently? 

And isn’t it true that the IRS is more likely to audit you if you take the deduction?

Because of these types of concerns and questions, many taxpayers that are entitled to this deduction do not take it. more…

April 15th is near and you're looking for a few more tax deductions.  Look no further.  Here are five last minute tax deductions. more…

The time is drawing near.  April 15th is right around the corner.  What do you need to do before you file your income tax return? more…