Connecticut is in the midst of a financial crisis. Some believe that raising taxes on the wealthiest residents would solve this problem. However, some worry that doing so will only cause these residents to pack up and move elsewhere. A plan to increase the tax rates...
Income Tax
How do nonprofits become exempt from federal income tax?
There are a lot of businesses in the state of Connecticut that claim to be non-profit. Non-profit can mean a number of things, but here it will be used to specifically discuss the income tax benefits offered to charitable organizations. What types of charitable...
Gig workers, beware these potential income tax problems
Now more than ever before, more Connecticut residents are gig workers. Gig workers are considered small business owners. They work for themselves by taking on business opportunities offered through larger companies -- such as Uber and Airbnb, among a number of others....
When a tax situation requires an attorney
When tax season rolls around, most people in Connecticut and elsewhere try to file their taxes themselves or turn to accountants for assistance. There are some tax situations, though, that may require one to seek out a tax attorney for help. What situations would be...
Still time to minimize your income tax obligation
With the year quickly coming to a close, most Connecticut residents probably feel it is too late to adjust things that will minimize their tax liability. The simple truth is, that is not true. There is still time to take action and make a few changes that will help...
1 income tax issue at play when selling the marital home
When going through the divorce process, taxes are probably the last thing on a person's mind, but they should not be. Divorce, and all that it entails, can cause some serious income tax issues for Connecticut residents. Take selling the marital home, for example.Some...
Have a tax concern? A tax attorney may be able to help
When you think about your taxes, you probably think a tax preparer or an accountant is the person you need to talk to about any concerns you may have. While these individuals can offer some great guidance to Connecticut residents, they may not be able to address all...
Your divorce may leave you with unresolved income tax issues
Divorce is a complex process of dividing assets. Whether you reside in Connecticut or elsewhere, the problem with dividing certain assets is the income tax issues that are likely to follow if they are not divided the right way. A tax attorney may be able to assist you...
New Jersey income tax: What is estimated tax, who has to pay it?
Connecticut residents who receive income throughout the year, regardless of its source, have to pay taxes on that income. In some instances, taxes are withheld before money is deposited into one's bank account, but there are individuals who do not have taxes withheld....
Connecticut income tax: Tax exempt does not mean no tax filing
There a number of organizations in Connecticut and elsewhere that are considered tax-exempt. This means they do not have to meet the same tax standards as everyone else. While they may not have to pay income tax, this does not mean that they do not have to submit a...