In Las Vegas, Nevada, the income tax is a tax imposed on money received (income) during a certain set time period. Under federal law, and the laws of most states, income from any source can be taxed. The federal government has had the constitutional power to impose an income tax since 1916, since the passage of the 16th Amendment. Before then, states could, and still can, impose whatever income tax they like, including in Nevada.
While the federal government levies an income tax against every person and corporation in the U.S., the income taxes imposed by the states vary widely. Some states have relatively high income taxes, and a few have none at all. You should consult with a Las Vegas, Nevada tax Attorney if you don't know what type of tax system your state has.
Income Tax Deductions in Las Vegas, Nevada
A tax deduction is an expense which, in whole or in part, is subtracted from a person's taxable income. For example, if you make ,000 in a year, and the tax rate is 10%, a deduction of ,000 results in only ,000 being taxed. This means that you will pay ,900 instead of ,000.
This should not be confused with a tax credit, which is a reduction of a person's tax bill. A tax credit almost always results in a lower tax burden than a tax deduction of the same amount.
Many common expenses in Las Vegas can be deducted from your taxable income. They include mortgage interest, charitable donations (if property documented, of course), the cost of tax advice, union dues, and many others.
How Can A Las Vegas, Nevada Tax Attorney Help?
Income tax laws can get quite complex, especially when large amounts of money from multiple sources are involved. It would not be a bad idea to call a Las Vegas, Nevada tax Attorney to avoid the consequences of under-paying, and to prevent you from over-paying.