BUAD 213 : VITA SEMINAR

The goal for this one-term, one credit hour course is to teach you about personal income taxes. You will learn about W-4 & W-2 forms, who is required to file taxes, how to determine filing status, who can be listed as dependents, what is considered earned and unearned income – recognizing 1099 forms, what deductions can be taken, and much more. Items of particular interest to you will also be covered such as how to file your taxes if your parent claims you as a dependent on their return, how to earn Educational Tax Credits, and how to deduct the interest you must pay on your educational loans. You will file a return from start to finish; a paper and an electronic return. It will be fast-paced, but you will learn a life- long skill. You, your family, your friends will have to file income taxes the rest of your life. Why not learn how to do it yourself now and learn to take advantage of tax credits and deductions that will result in tax savings and more spendable income in your pocket each year. This course is a required pre-requisite for BUAD 214 taught each Spring.