August 23, 2010 12:00 am

IRS Interest Rates Unchanged for Fourth Quarter

The interest rates paid on overpayments and underpayments remain the same in the fourth quarter of 2010 as they have been all year. Individuals will pay 4% on underpayments and receive interest of 4% on overpayments during this period. This rate has been in effect since April 1, 2009.

Source: Rev. Rul. 2010-21; 2010-39 IRB 1

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Tax Glossary

Amount realized

A statutory term used to figure your profit or loss on a sale or exchange. Generally, it is sales proceeds plus mortgages assumed or taken subject to, less transaction expenses, such as commissions and legal costs.

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