Income Tax Guide 2013 by Gannett NEO

INCOME

2013

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Changing Family Dynamics & Taxes PAGE 6

Deductions and Credits Extended PAGE 2

Special Military Tax Provisions PAGE 5

Self Employed Estimated Taxes PAGE 8

Bond Investors: Heed Warnings PAGE 9

Seven Retirement Planning Myths PAGE 3

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