Explaining the Law and Providing Self-Help Information for Low-Income Iowans
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Am I an "Employee" or "Independent Contractor" and Why It Really Matters
How to determine the answer to this question as well as a look at what could happen if you ask.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
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Spanish / Español
Beware of Suspicious e-Mails and Identity Theft
(Separate Website)
This IRS site has alerts about various email scams and articles to help you protect yourself online.
By: Internal Revenue Service
Debts "Written Off" May Count as Taxable Income
Many people do not know that having a debt ?written off? or forgiven may count as taxable income. When income is taxable, it must be reported to the IRS.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
Rules Tax Preparers Must Follow
Anyone in the business of preparing tax returns will have to pass a basic tax law exam to legally prepare returns for other people.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
Understanding Taxes Glossary
(Separate Website)
Definitions of tax terminology
By: Internal Revenue Service
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