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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Separate return

Return filed by a married person who does not file a joint return. Filing separately may save taxes where each spouse has separate deductions, but certain tax benefits require a joint return.

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