Income Tax
Working from Home – Tax implications
Are you fortunate to be working from home because of the pandemic? Or, are have you lost your job and collecting unemployment? Both of these situations could have tax implications.
Business Taxes
The new Form 1099-NEC and the revised 1099-MISC are due to recipients soon
There’s a new IRS form for business taxpayers that pay or receive certain types of nonemployee compensation and it must be furnished to most recipients by February 1, 2021. After sending the forms to recipients, taxpayers must file the forms with Read more…
Personal Taxes
Be aware of the tax consequences before selling your home
Summer is the peak season for selling a home in many parts of the country. If you are planning on putting your home on the market soon, you are probably thinking about things like how fast it will sell and Read more…
Personal Taxes
Do you have tax questions related to COVID-19? Here are some answers
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has affected many Americans’ finances. Here are some answers to questions you may have right now. My employer closed the office and I’m working from home. Can I deduct any of the related expenses? Unfortunately, no. Read more…
Personal Taxes
IRS Offers New Identity Protection for Taxpayers
Article Highlights: IP PIN Identity Verification Opt-in Program Application Process : In the past, the IRS has assigned verification numbers to victims of identity theft to file their tax returns, if requested by the victimized individual. These numbers are referred Read more…
Business Taxes
Businesses: Get ready for the new Form 1099-NEC
There’s a new IRS form for business taxpayers that pay or receive nonemployee compensation. Beginning with tax year 2020, payers must complete Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation, to report any payment of $600 or more to a payee. Why the new form Read more…
Business Taxes
Tax responsibilities if your business is closing amid the pandemic
Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to shut down. If this is your situation, we’re here to assist you in any way we can, including taking care of the various tax obligations that must be met. Of course, Read more…
Business Taxes
Finally, the COVID Relief Package Is Law
Article Highlights Additional 2020 Recovery Rebates Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans & Small Business Support Clarification of Tax Treatment of Covered Loan Forgiveness Expenses Business Meals Educator Expense Unemployment Assistance Earned Income Tax Credit (Eitc) & Child Tax Credit (CTC) Read more…
Income Tax
Maximize your 401(k) plan to save for retirement
Contributing to a tax-advantaged retirement plan can help you reduce taxes and save for retirement. If your employer offers a 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan, contributing to it is a smart way to build a substantial sum of money. If you’re not already Read more…
Income Tax
Can you qualify for a medical expense tax deduction?
You may be able to deduct some of your medical expenses, including prescription drugs, on your federal tax return. However, the rules make it hard for many people to qualify. But with proper planning, you may be able to time discretionary medical Read more…
Income Tax
The next estimated tax deadline is January 15 if you have to make a payment
If you’re self-employed and don’t have withholding from paychecks, you probably have to make estimated tax payments. These payments must be sent to the IRS on a quarterly basis. The fourth 2020 estimated tax payment deadline for individuals is Friday, January 15, 2021. Even Read more…
