If you need a copy of the 2009 tax form ( downloads as a pdf), visit the IRS website or call toll-free 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676).

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If you need a copy of the 2008 tax form, you can download one as a pdf here, visit the IRS website or call toll-free 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676).

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The IRS spends God knows how much of your tax money on these toll-free information hot lines staffed by IRS employees, whose idea of a dynamite tax tip is that you should print neatly.

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Since early 2004 seven federal district court judges and one appeals panel have ruled that the Internal Revenue Service has wrongly collected a 3% federal tax on "toll telephone service, " and awarded large refunds.

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Like a toll on a bridge or a fuel tax or social security, there are some good examples, but not many.

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George Gero, vice president with RBC Capital Markets Global Futures and a precious metals strategist, said the dragging on of the fiscal cliff debates in Washington over automatic spending cuts and tax increases is taking a toll.

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America's housing market may yet lurch down again as foreclosures rise, high unemployment takes its toll and a temporary home-buyers' tax-credit ends (see article).

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Prolonging the tax credit is sure to be welcomed by home builders like Toll Brothers and KB Homes, as well as financial institutions like U.S. Bank, whose mortgage-revenue rose nearly 5% last quarter.

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