Patricia L. Gentile, CPA, Attorney at Law
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Home Office Deductions
If you are self-employed (or considering becoming self-employed) and working out of an office in your home, there are strict rules that apply to deducting expenses related to a home office. If you are able to meet these requirements, the expenses related to your home office will qualify for the more favorable treatment as above-the-line business expenses.
 
IRS Warns Taxpayers of a New Phishing Scam
The IRS recently warned taxpayers of a new phishing scam in which a phony IRS email tells recipients they can receive $80 by filling out an online customer satisfaction survey.
 
Tax Aspects of Refinancing Your Home Mortgage
Given all the turmoil in the residential lending market of late, it may be worth-while or even necessary to refinance your mortgage.