Ernst & Young Tax Guide 2013
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Ernst & Young Tax Guide 2013

By Ernst & Young
John Wiley & Sons November 2012

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ISBN-13
9781118466674
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Publication
November 2012
Format
Paperback , 994 pages
Jurisdiction
U.S. ? Countri(es) for reference only

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File your taxes with the help of a proven leader

If you wish to personally prepare your 2012 federal tax return, but seek the guidance of a trusted name in this field, look no further than the Ernst & Young Tax Guide 2013. Drawing from the tax experience and knowledge base of Ernst & Young professionals, this reliable resource not only covers how to file your federal income tax return but also provides valuable insights on how to avoid common errors and maximize your federal tax deductions.

Designed in a straightforward and accessible style, the Ernst & Young Tax Guide 2013 contains essential information that will help you save time and money as you prepare your 2012 federal tax return. Throughout the book, you'll find hundreds of examples illustrating how tax laws work, as well as sample tax forms and schedules to show you how to fill out your return line by line.

  • Includes 50 of the most commonly overlooked deductions to take into account when preparing your return
  • Provides specific solutions in its special contents index for taxpayers in particular circumstances, including families, homeowners, investors, entrepreneurs, senior citizens, and military personnel
  • Contains an individual tax organizer, 2013 tax calendar, and a summary of expiring provisions
  • Provides checklists of key 2012 tax breaks and deductions you may be eligible to use

Comprehensive yet direct, the Ernst & Young Tax Guide 2013 has everything you'll need to personally prepare your 2012 federal tax return.

Table of Contents

2013 tax calendar ii

How to use this guide v

Special contents viii

Changes in the tax law you should know about x

Summary of expiring provisions xv

Important 2012 tax reminders xvii

How to avoid 25 common errors xix

50 of the most really overlooked deductions xx

Individual tax organizer xxi

Income and expense records you should keep in addition to your income tax return xxix

Part I. The income tax return 1

Chapter 1. Filing information 3

Chapter 2. Filing status 44

Chapter 3. Personal exemptions and dependents  58

Chapter 4. Tax withholding and estimated tax 88

Part II. Income 117

Chapter 5. Wages, salaries, and other earnings 119

Chapter 6. The Income 145

Chapter 7. Interest Income 155

Chapter 8. Dividends and other corporate distributions 187

Chapter 9. Rental Income and expenses 208

Chapter 10. Retirement plans, pensions, and annuities 233

Chapter 11. Social security and equivalent railroad retirement benefits 262

Chapter 12. Other income 275

Part III. Gains and losses 315

Chapter 13. Basis of property 317

Chapter 14. Sale of property 339

Chapter 15. Selling your home 379

Chapter 16. Reporting gains and losses 399

Part IV. Adjustments to income 425

Chapter 17. Individual retirement arrangements (IRAs) 427

Chapter 18. Alimony 466

Chapter 19. Education-related adjustments 480

Chapter 20. Moving expenses 489

Part V. Standard deduction and itemized deductions 505

Chapter 21. Standard deduction 507

Chapter 22. Medical and dental expenses 514

Chapter 23. Taxes you may deduct 534

Chapter 24. Interest expense 548

Chapter 25. Contributions 572

Chapter 26. Nonbusiness casualty and theft losses 602

Chapter 27. Car expenses and other employee business expenses 528

Chapter 28. Tax benefits for work-related education 676

Chapter 29. Miscellaneous deductions 690

Chapter 30. Limit on itemized deductions 713

Part VI. Figuring your taxes and credits 715

Chapter 31. How to figure your tax 717

Chapter 32. Tax on investment income of certain children 731

Chapter 33. Child and dependent care credit 745

Chapter 34. Credit for the elderly or the disabled 765

Chapter 35. Child tax credit 775

Chapter 36. Education credits and other education tax benefits 783

Chapter 37. Other credits including the earned income credit 793

Part VII. Special situations and tax planning 831

Chapter 38. Self-employment Income: How to file Schedule C 833

Chapter 39. Mutual funds 866

Chapter 40. What to do if you employ domestic help 887

Chapter 41. U.S. Citizens working abroad: Tax treatment of foreign earned income 899

Chapter 42. Foreign citizens living in the United States 906

Chapter 43. Decedents: Dealing with the death of a family member 916

Chapter 44. Estate and gift tax planning 932

Chapter 45. Everything you need to know about e-filing 947

Chapter 46. If your return is examined 954

Chapter 47. Planning ahead for 2013 and beyond 970

Chapter 38. 2012 Tax rate schedules 980

Index 981

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