Most people who go to a casino do not know that their winnings could affect their taxes. However, gamblers can face serious penalties for not reporting their winnings on their tax returns.Taxpayers in the United States must report all gambling winnings on their tax...
Gambling Tax
How Maryland regulates its lottery
The state of Maryland offers a variety of lottery games that individuals can play to earn cash prizes. In some cases, those prizes will be given to a custodial parent or to the government itself. This is true for those who owe more than $150 in back support or who...
Online gambling could lead to tax liability
The rise of online gaming means that there are many opportunities for enthusiasts to enjoy casino-like games as well as sports betting and other gambling activities. However, many of these sites are run and operated outside of the United States, even though Americans...
Landmark Supreme Court decision legalizes sports betting
For years, people have told you that sports betting is illegal. Unless you go to Las Vegas, Nevada, you can't wager money on the outcome of games. That has not stopped people from doing it. Even that office pool regarding who wins the Super Bowl could have breached...
Accounting for gambling proceeds on a tax return
Maryland residents who gamble casually should report all of their winnings on their federal income tax return. Individuals should also report the fair market value of any prizes won such as a car or vacation. Examples of gambling include playing the lottery or betting...