In Clayton, Ohio, the income tax is a tax imposed on money received (income) during a given set time period. Under federal law, and the laws of most states, income from any source may be taxed. The federal government has the constitutional authority to tax income thanks to the 16th Amendment, which was enacted in 1916. Before that time, the U.S. Supreme Court had consistently declared the federal income tax unconstitutional, but individual states, including Ohio were allowed to impose an income tax if they saw fit.

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 fairly high income taxes, and a few have none at all. You should consult with a Clayton, Ohio tax Lawyer if you don't know what type of tax system your state has.

Income Tax Deductions in Clayton, Ohio

A tax deduction is a reduction in your taxable income. It results in less of one's income being taxable, which causes a reduced tax liability.

Don't confuse a tax deduction with a tax credit. A tax credit simply lowers your tax bill by the amount of the credit. A tax credit normally reduces your tax bill more than a reduction of the same amount.

Under federal law, numerous expenses in Clayton are tax-deductible, including interest paid on a mortgage, charitable donations, the price of tax advice, and union or professional dues, among many others.

How Can A Clayton, Ohio Tax Attorney Help?

Income tax laws can get quite complex, particularly when large amounts of money from multiple sources are involved. It would not be a bad idea to call a Clayton, Ohio tax Lawyer to avoid the consequences of under-paying, and to prevent you from over-paying.