Overlooked Tax Deductions Tax season is upon us, and taxpayers are diligently gathering W-2s, receipts and preparing their tax returns. And just like every other year, according to the IRS, millions of people will miss out on deductions to which they are eligible, that could significantly boost tax refunds. These hidden gems could substantially reduce
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You hit the lottery jackpot! Now what?
Lottery Jackpot We play the lottery jackpot when we are feeling lucky. But how does a winner ensure they stay lucky when they hit it big? Hitting the lottery jackpot might seem like a dream come true: by spending a few dollars and selecting a few numbers, a person can win an enormous amount of
Free Tax Filing for Millions: A Guide to IRS Free File Program
IRS Free File Program Tax season is here and for many Americans, it is a time of stress and anxiety. Filing taxes can be complex and confusing, and the cost of hiring a tax preparer can add to the burden. But what if there was a way to file your taxes for free? Here is
IRS Extends Tax Filing and Tax Payment Deadlines for San Diego County Taxpayers Affected by Severe Storms and Flooding
IRS Extends Tax Filing and Tax Payment Deadlines The IRS recently announced tax filing and tax payment deadline extensions for all San Diego county taxpayers.. To assist residents adversely affected by the recent winter storms, Federal filing deadlines have been extended to June 17, 2024. The Franchise Tax Board followed suit and also issued a
Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting: What Businesses Need to Know, Including Potential Pitfalls and Taxpayer Concerns
Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted in 2021, has significant implications for many businesses in the United States. Effective January 2024, CTA introduced a new filing requirement for certain business entities to file reports with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) disclosing detailed information concerning their beneficial owners. To ensure compliance
IRS Announces Seven Warning Signs a Business’ Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC or ERTC) May Be Incorrect or Fraudulent
IRS | ERTC | ERC The IRS issued a recent press release announcing Seven Warning Signs a business’ Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC or ERTC) may be incorrect or even fraudulent. Businesses that filed incorrect or fraudulent ERC or ERTC claims may not only have to pay back the refunds they received but may also
ERTC Deadline for Covid-19 Tax Relief Employee Retention Tax Credits (ERTCs or ERCs) May Be January 31, 2024
ERTC Deadline Congress is currently considering legislation which may affect the deadline for Covid-19 tax relief employers have to file a claim for Employee Retention Tax Credits (ERTCs or ERCs). The current ERTC deadline is April 15th of this year. The legislation Congress is currently working on will move the deadline to January 31, 2024t.
IRS Adjusts Standard Mileage Rates for 2024 – What You Need to Know
IRS Standard Mileage Rate 2024The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently announced updates to the standard mileage rates for 2024. Taxpayers use these rates to calculate the deductible costs of operating vehicles for business, medical, moving, and charitable purposes. Here are the key details regarding these changes and how they affect taxpayers. Key Changes in
Avoiding Mistakes with a California Small Estate Affidavit
California Small Estate Affidavit Estate planning is an important part of financial planning, but it can be complex. Many times, assets fail to be protected from probate proceedings. However, assets may nonetheless be transferred to the decedent’s successor in interest without having to go through probate by utilizing a Small Estate Affidavit. However, there are
Good News and Bad News – IRS Announces Penalty Relief – Also Announces Collections to Ramp up in 2024
IRS Penalty Relief The IRS just gave us some good news and possibly some bad news. The IRS recently announced that approximately 4.7 million taxpayers may get IRS penalty relief for 2020 and 2021 late payment penalties. The bad news (at least for some taxpayers) is the IRS announced it plans to resume the collection
Year-End Tax Strategies to Optimize Savings
Year-End Tax Strategies As we move through the holiday season take some time to give yourself and loved ones a year-end bonus. Implementing smart year-end tax strategies now can help retain a greater portion of earned income and save money on 2023 taxes owed when filing federal and state returns in April. It is effectively