The income tax in Oregon, Wisconsin is a tax imposed on all of the income earned or received by a person or corporation during a given year. Under federal law, almost any type of income can be taxed. The federal government has the power to impose an income tax thanks to the 16th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, enacted in 1916 after the Supreme Court had, on more than one occasion, found a federal income tax to be unconstitutional. Of course, before and after the creation of the federal income tax, states, including Wisconsin were free to impose income taxes of their own.

While the federal income tax applies to everybody in the United States, the income taxes imposed by individual states vary widely, and some states have no income tax at all. You should consult with an Oregon, Wisconsin tax attorney or accountant to find out if your state is one of them.

Income Tax Deductions in Oregon, Wisconsin

A tax deduction is a reduction in your taxable income. For example, if a person makes ,000 per year, and receives a ,000 tax deduction, they will only have to pay taxes on the remaining ,000.

This should not be conflated with a tax credit, which is a reduction in one's tax bill. A tax credit typically results in a greater reduction in tax liability than a deduction in the same amount.

Many common expenses in Oregon can be deducted, in whole or in part, from your taxable income. Federal tax deductions include charitable donations, union dues, interest paid on a mortgage, and state and local taxes.

How Can A Oregon, Wisconsin Tax Attorney Help?

Income tax laws can get pretty complex. If you are in Oregon, Wisconsin and have any questions about your taxes, you should consult with an accountant or local tax attorney to avoid tax problems, such as audit or wage garnishment.