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Tax Credit to Aid First-Time Homebuyers; Must Be Repaid Over 15 Years IR-2008-106, Sept. 16, 2008 — A new tax credit is available for first-time homebuyers. IRS Gives Taxpayers in Area Threatened by Ike Until Sept. 22 To File Corporate and Individual Estimated Taxes IR-2008-105, Sept. 12, 2008 — Taxpayers and tax preparers affected in coming days by Hurricane Ike will have an extra seven days to file corporate tax returns and third-quarter estimated taxes otherwise due on Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. IRS Settlement Announcement IR-2008-104, Sept. 11, 2008 — The IRS announced that it has reached a settlement with Arnold & Porter LLP, which has paid a civil tax shelter promoter penalty. People Can Avoid Common Errors that Delay Stimulus Payments IR-2008-103, Sept. 9, 2008 — People who are awaiting an economic stimulus payment or who have yet to file can avoid common errors that may delay their payment. They also can use the IRS Web site to answer most common questions. IRS Streamlines Application Process for New Tax-Exempt Organizations IR-2008-102, Sept. 8, 2008 — The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department today issued new regulations that will streamline the approval process for organizations seeking tax-exempt status as publicly supported charities. IRS Hiring of Military Veterans Surpasses Goal IR-2008-101, Sept. 4, 2008 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that it has met its goal of hiring at least 1,000 military veterans this fiscal year, and the agency will continue to focus its recruitment efforts toward this important group. |
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Stimulus Payments — It's Not Too Late News releases, questions and answers, scenarios and more, including special information for Social Security recipients and veterans. Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) – How It Affects Filing Season 2008 Get information on the Alternative Minimum Tax and how it will affect the 2008 filing season. Check back regularly for updates. Compliance & Enforcement News A collection of recent news releases, statements and other items related to IRS compliance and enforcement efforts. Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit Feb. 2008 — Information on hybrid cars, including the certified car models and the amount of the tax credit or deduction for each. Frequently updated. Tax Relief in Disaster Situations Tax relief provisions for disaster situations. Telephone Excise Tax Refund The Telephone Excise Tax Refund (TETR) is a one-time payment available on your 2006 federal tax return. It is designed to refund previously collected long distance telephone taxes. Katrina News Releases & Legal Guidance A list of the news releases and legal guidance issued by the IRS related to Hurricane Katrina relief. Commissioner's Comments, Statements and Remarks Various topics including tax administration, the IRS budget and tax shelters. 2007 - 2008 Priority Guidance Plan |
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