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November 10 — Employees who work for tips
If you received $20 or more in tips during October, report them to your employer - Details
November 11 — Everyone
Federal Holiday (Veterans' Day) - Details
November 26 — Everyone
Federal Holiday (Thanksgiving Day) - Details

First-Time Homebuyer Credit
If you didn't own a principal residence during the past 3 years and purchase a home this year before Dec. 1, you can receive a credit of up to $8,000 on either an original or amended 2008 tax return, or a 2009 return.
Special Sales Tax Deduction for Car Purchases
With 2010 models arriving in dealer showrooms, don't forget that purchasing a new car, light truck, motor home or motorcycle could qualify them for a special deduction for the state and local sales and excise taxes on their 2009 tax returns if made before Jan. 1, 2010.
Energy-Efficient Home Improvements
The Recovery Act also encourages homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient. The law increases the rate to 30 percent of the cost of all qualifying improvements and raises the maximum credit limit to a total of $1,500 for improvements.
Tax Credit for First Four Years of College
The new credit modifies the existing Hope credit for tax years 2009 & 2010, making it available to a broader range of taxpayers,including many with higher incomes and those who owe no tax.

IRS Newswire
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IRS Tax Tips
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J.K. Lasser Daily Tax Tip
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Tax Law Changes
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Tax Calendar
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Tax Dictionary
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IRS Fact Sheets
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Federal & State Tax Forms
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IRS Publications
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