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Energy-Efficient Tax Credits If escalating energy costs have you looking for ways to reduce your gas and electric bills, here are some tips on how you can cut costs and reap tax-saving energy credits as well.   Federal Taxation of Social Security Benefits With millions of baby boomers close to retirement age and job losses inflicting financial strain on additional millions, many taxpayers are looking to social security benefits for financial assistance.   Voluntary Contractor Settlement Program (VCSP) Worker classification has generated controversy between taxpayers and the IRS for decades - with businesses pushing for independent contractor status and the IRS pushing for employee status.