• Dec, Tue, 2011
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How are dividends taxed?

That really depends on the dividends that you are talking about. The annual 1099-DIV form that your company will send you shows how much you received in dividend payments, even…

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  • Dec, Tue, 2011
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Why do we have taxes at all?

The United States has a big budget. We have to pay for things like schools, roads, hospitals, the military, government employees, national parks, and so forth. The only way to…

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  • Dec, Mon, 2011
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529 Prepaid Tuition Plans

Prepaid tuition plans allow parents, grandparents and others to prepay future tuition at eligible public and private colleges or universities at today’s tuition rates. Locking in today’s prices may sound…

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  • Dec, Mon, 2011
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529 College Savings Plans

There are two types of 529 plans—college savings plans and prepaid tuition plans. Both offer tax-advantages for families saving for college (their name comes from the section of federal tax…

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  • Dec, Mon, 2011
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Series EE and I Savings Bonds

U.S. Series EE savings bonds issued after 1989 or Series I saving bonds are another tax-advantaged way to save for college. Advantages Backed by the full faith and credit of…

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