college »

Taxation of Scholarships and Grants

Taxation of Scholarships and Grants

TaxTV Staff March 25, 2012 0

Top Takeaways 1: Scholarships and Grants are generally not included as income In general, scholarships and other educational awards do not need to be included in your gross income if you are a candidate

Read More »
An Overview of 529 College Savings Plans

An Overview of 529 College Savings Plans

Matthew Brodnan March 9, 2012 0

A 529 plan, also known as a qualified tuition plan, is an education savings plan that is operated by either a state or an eligible educational institution. The purpose of 529 plans is to

Read More »
Tuition and Educational Fees Tax Deduction

Tuition and Educational Fees Tax Deduction

TaxTV Staff February 24, 2012 0

Top Takeaways 1: Tuition fees must have been paid for yourself, your spouse, or your dependent To deduct tuition and fees the expenses must have been paid during the year for yourself, your spouse,

Read More »
Hope Scholarship and American Opportunity Credit

Hope Scholarship and American Opportunity Credit

TaxTV Staff November 25, 2011 0

Top 3 Takeaways 1: American Opportunity Credit Extends the Hope Scholarship Credit The American Opportunity Credit isn’t truly a third educational credit; instead it simply modifies the Hope Scholarship Credits available. The credit makes

Read More »