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The New York Times 7:00 am on May 10, 2022
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States Turn to Tax Cuts as Inflation Stays Hot

Tax reductions and rebates that are being proposed to help people cope could have the unintended effect of pushing prices higher.

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The New York Times 11:00 pm on April 20, 2022
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What Travelers Should Know About the Federal Mask Mandate

After a federal mask mandate was struck down on Monday, travelers are facing a patchwork of rules spanning air travel, trains, buses, cruise ships and ride-hailing services. Here’s what to know.

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The New York Times 10:37 am on April 18, 2022
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On Tax Day, Treasury Makes a Plea For More IRS Funding

The Biden administration continues to push for $80 billion in new funding for the tax collection agency.

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The New York Times 8:41 pm on March 30, 2022
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New York Weighs a Gas Tax Holiday, a Popular ‘Bad Idea’

With deadlock on many major issues, a proposal to provide relief to motorists has picked up steam.

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The New York Times 2:00 pm on February 25, 2022
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Free Options for Filing Your Taxes

Many of the no-cost online services have age or income limits. But some are available to anyone.

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The New York Times 9:00 am on September 16, 2021
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How Biden’s Economic Executive Order Aims to Improve Travel

In July, President Biden issued an executive order that included a call to make consumer-friendly changes in the travel industry. We asked experts to weigh in on the prospects for change.

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The New York Times 3:46 pm on June 26, 2021
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How Deceptive Campaign Fund-Raising Ensnares Older People

Older Americans, a critical source of political donations, often fall victim to aggressive and misleading digital practices. A broad Times analysis points to the scope of the problem.

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The New York Times 11:53 pm on May 10, 2021
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Newsom’s Plan: California’s Middle-Class Taxpayers Could Get a Rebate Under Proposal

Faced with a large state surplus and a looming recall election, Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed giving at least $600 to two-thirds of California taxpayers.

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The New York Times 4:59 pm on April 3, 2021
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How Trump Steered Supporters Into Unwitting Donations

Online donors were guided into weekly recurring contributions. Demands for refunds spiked. Complaints to banks and credit card companies soared. But the money helped keep Donald Trump’s struggling campaign afloat.

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The New York Times 5:43 pm on March 23, 2021
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Stimulus check for less than expected? The I.R.S. says some delays are tied to spousal debts.

Married people who filed their returns jointly may receive their stimulus in two separate installments if their tax return includes something called an injured spouse claim.

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The New York Times 9:00 am on March 18, 2021
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Help! Will All My Travel Vouchers Expire Before I Can Use Them?

Vouchers and trip credits emerged as a major consumer flash point at the start of the pandemic. Here’s a look at what some major travel companies are offering in the way of flexibility.

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The New York Times 10:00 am on March 12, 2021
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How Your 2020 Taxes Are Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic

New rules, many of them temporary, give taxpayers breaks that can cut their tax bills or even generate extra refunds this year.

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The New York Times 10:00 am on March 12, 2021
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A Break for Working Families

The government is allowing people who qualify for the earned-income tax credit to use income from either 2020 or 2019, whichever will result in a bigger credit.

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The New York Times 7:30 pm on February 21, 2021
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Airbnb Is Driving Hosts Elsewhere With Costly Pandemic Policies

Hurt by refunds, some are trying to cut the site out of bookings or taking legal action. The company says it is working to reduce tensions.

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The New York Times 2:56 pm on January 22, 2021
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I.R.S. Pushes Back Start of 2020 Tax Filing Season

The agency will start accepting returns on Feb. 12, about two weeks later than usual. But you still have to file by April 15.

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The New York Times 10:00 am on January 8, 2021
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Struggling to get a Refund From Vail Resorts

A reader writes in, saying he can’t ski because he can’t get into the state. It’s a very 2020 — wait, 2021 — travel predicament.

#content-type-service, #insurance, #marriott-international-inc, #mid-atlantic-states-us, #okemo-mountain-vt, #rebates-and-refunds, #skiing, #vail-resorts-inc, #vermont

The New York Times 2:00 pm on January 1, 2021
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Pandemic Driving Is Still Down, but Will Insurers Grant More Relief?

Many gave drivers a break in the spring. With accident claims remaining below normal, consumer advocates are calling for another one.

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The New York Times 10:00 am on December 17, 2020
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Booking Travel in 2021? Here’s How to Protect Your Investment

The crystal ball remains cloudy when it comes to travel. Here’s how to avoid losing money if you have to cancel.

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The New York Times 10:00 am on December 16, 2020
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The Endless Debate: Cancel or Rebook?

Would-be travelers this year have spent hours on hold, learning the ins and outs of refund policies.

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The New York Times 11:06 pm on December 15, 2020
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California Travel Restrictions Ban Short-Term Rentals. Why Can’t Travelers Get Refunds?

The state’s latest travel restrictions make most hotel or short term lodging illegal. But Airbnb and Vrbo, the biggest home-sharing companies, are sticking to no-refund policies.

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The New York Times 10:06 am on November 19, 2020
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In Britain, Watch Sellers Shocked at End of Sales Tax Refund

Come 2021, travelers will no longer be reimbursed for most of the 20 percent VAT they paid on a Rolex or many other souvenirs.

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The New York Times 2:47 am on November 3, 2020
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Fact-Checking Trump’s Claim That He ‘Prepaid Millions’ in Income Taxes

The president’s assertion, misleading at best, distracts from the reality that he has paid little or no income tax most years, largely because his business losses far outweighed his profits.

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The New York Times 10:06 pm on September 16, 2020
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Help! My Very Direct Flight Added a Stop and So Many More Passengers

Sarah Firshein tries to resolve how a nonstop with seat selection became a packed “split flight,” with concerns over proper cleaning and an arrival two hours later than expected.

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The New York Times 9:00 am on August 22, 2020
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Wedding Canceled or Postponed? Here’s How to Get a Refund

For many couples whose wedding plans were derailed by the coronavirus crisis, getting a refund or a credit from vendors has been an uphill battle.

#coronavirus-2019-ncov, #quarantines, #rebates-and-refunds, #weddings-and-engagements

The New York Times 9:23 pm on August 5, 2020
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Major U.S. Health Insurers Report Big Profits, Benefiting From the Pandemic

Consumers are probably entitled to millions of dollars in rebates under Obamacare rules that cap companies’ profits.

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The New York Times 9:00 am on July 22, 2020
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Help! My Ship Is Supposedly Still Sailing, and I Don’t Want to Be On Board

The future of the cruise industry remains very unclear, so it’s not totally unreasonable to be anxious about what next spring will look like.

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The New York Times 10:15 am on July 12, 2020
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Filing Your Taxes Deadline: Questions and Answers for July 15th

“It’s just like April 15, but in July.” Here’s what you need to know. And if you’re owed a refund, be prepared to wait: The I.R.S. has a huge backlog.

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The New York Times 9:00 am on July 7, 2020
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Help! I’m Owed a Refund, But the Hotel Owner Refuses to Budge

Here we are, wondering aloud about the oversight capabilities of hotel franchises, and what powers they can exert over their thousands of individual owners. Thanks Covid-19.

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The New York Times 9:00 am on May 25, 2020
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Help! One Company Refused to Refund Travelers More Than $100,000

Then our columnist intervened with the Boston-based tour operator Overseas Adventure Travel.

#better-business-bureaus, #boston-mass, #consumer-protection, #coronavirus-2019-ncov, #grand-circle-corp, #overseas-adventure-travel, #rebates-and-refunds, #travel-and-vacations

The New York Times 9:00 am on May 18, 2020
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Garrison Keillor’s Cruise Was Cancelled in March. Loyal Fans Still Waiting for Refunds.

Garrison Keillor’s cruise was to set sail in March. Loyal fans out thousands of dollars are still scrambling to determine if they will get their money back — and if so, how much.

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The New York Times 5:01 pm on May 1, 2020
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Help! My Flight Was Canceled and I Still Can’t Get a Refund

There’s a reason we are deliberately pounding the topic of travel refunds into the ground: It’s a big deal and there’s lots of confusion and contradictory information out there.

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The New York Times 1:02 am on April 18, 2020
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Under Fire, Live Nation Outlines New Ticket Refund Plan

The company, which owns Ticketmaster, responded after complaints by consumers who bought tickets for shows that could not be held because of the pandemic.

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The New York Times 6:09 pm on March 6, 2020
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Your 8 Most Vexing Tax Questions, Answered

Changing rules have led to taxpayer confusion. We asked accountants and other specialists to help sort it all out.

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