Tag: taxes
Virginia congressional delegation urges financial aid flexibility in absence of IRS tool
The Virginia congressional delegation called for flexibility in financial aid deadlines due to the removal of an online tool.
Valley VITA, BB&T to offer unique tax experience
Let’s face it; having your taxes prepared isn’t exactly the most exciting way to spend the morning for most of us.
Time to declare our independence from corporate tax dodging
Marchers in this year’s 4th of July parades in small towns across America will pass a variety of Main Street businesses.
It’s tax time: But corporations aren’t paying
Tax Day offers a stark reminder of the difference between those of us who pay all our taxes every year and the big corporations that don’t.
Randy Forbes: A no-nonsense approach to taxes
Grab a pencil. Here’s a quiz. How many types of taxes can you list that most Americans pay? Two? Five?
Fair Tax: Tax-plan replacement
We’ve heard it all before! Most of the presidential candidates promise us “We’re going to reform taxes!” Some flat-tax enthusiasts even promise us “I’m going to get rid of the IRS!”
Why I am moving my business out of Augusta County over $374
My name is Cole Scrogham and I am a small business owner in Augusta County, providing consulting and management services to Motorsport companies all over the US and Europe,
Clinton announces details of tax plan to ensure wealthiest pay their fair share
Hillary Clinton announced the details of her tax plan to ensure the wealthiest individuals pay their fair share, while making investments that will create good-paying jobs.
VCU poll: Majorities say current school funding is insufficient
A recent poll by the Commonwealth Educational Policy Institute at VCU shows that Virginians strongly support increased funding for public schools.
Forest Products Tax law goes into effect July 1
When it was first initiated, the Forest Products Tax in Virginia was paid by the lumber mills or other large forest products companies – entities that have a fixed place of business.
Bob Goodlatte: Tax reforms are the foundation of an opportunity economy
Tax Day has come and gone, but the aggravation and frustration of tax season is still fresh in many minds. It’s during this particularly “taxing” time of year that hard working Americans are confronted with piles of forms, confusing instructions, and the prospect of turning more of their hard-earned money over to the government.
Mark Obenshain: Do you feel overtaxed? You should
As if we needed further proof that taxes are too high, a recent study from the Tax Foundation found that left-leaning states like Vermont and Oregon have less burdensome tax structures than the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Where does Virginia rank on lists of states with highest, lowest property taxes?
The average American household spends $2,089 on real estate property taxes each year, and residents of the 27 states with vehicle property taxes shell out another $423.
Governor Mcauliffe, legislators praise free tax prep program
Governor Terry McAuliffe, Tax Commissioner Craig Burns, Senator Bryce Reeves, Delegate Kathy Byron, and Delegate Mark Keam today urged eligible Virginians to use the IRS and Virginia Free File programs to save money at tax time.
Mark Obenshain: The governor is at it again
Last night, both chambers of the General Assembly convened with other government leaders to hear the Governor deliver the annual “State of the Commonwealth” address.
Waynesboro Senior Center Winter-Spring Seasonal Education Programs
Upcoming educational programs at the Waynesboro Senior Center.
Virginia government revenues up sharply in December
Governor McAuliffe announced today that December revenue collections for Virginia state government posted strong gains.
Mitt Romney proceeds to fulfill the definition of insanity
On Friday, Mitt Romney finally told the truth about his interest in a third presidential run to a room full of Republican donors, as if he hadn’t planned for this all along.
McAuliffe’s budget proposal places target on local tourism?
In a blow to Virginia travel and tourism, Governor Terry McAuliffe’s new budget proposal includes a new travel services tax on consumers who use the services of online travel agencies (OTAs), brick and mortar travel agents, small business tour operators, and other travel intermediaries.
