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"The Art of Deduction"  2011 Tax Year 

A Unique Tax Preparation Guide for Creative Artists

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This detailed treatment of tax prep issues features money-saving tax filing tips specifically for the creative community. Published annually since the 1980's.

Table of Contents:

  • Significant Tax Law Changes for 2011
  • Who Must File an Income Tax Return?
  • What is Gross Income?
  • What Can Be Deducted from Gross Income as Business Deductions?
  • What Can Be Deducted from Adjusted Gross Income as Personal Deductions?
  • How Do You Compute Your Income Taxes?
  • California is (as usual) a Little Different!
  • What--More Taxes?
  • Beyond the Scope: Incorporation, Partnerships, LLC's?



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