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November 2026 Tax Tips
November 1, 2026
Whoa up there, cowboy. We're not there yet. Brett Eldredge via Giphy I can't tell you how thrilled I…
October 2026 Tax Tips
October 1, 2026
Spooky October is here, but there’s no need to be afraid of taxes. This month’s tax tips can help ease…
Tax policy possibilities under a coming Democratic Congress
November 4, 2026
Thanks to Nov. 3 midterm election wins Democrats will control both the House and Senate when Congress reconvenes on Jan.…
5 tax moves to make in November 2026
November 2, 2026
November means turkey time! It’s also a great month to make tax moves that can cut your tax bill. Here…
Celebrating standard tax deductions as we return to Standard Time
November 1, 2026
We returned to Standard Time at 2 a.m. Nov. 1. That's darkened the mood of those who like more late-day…
Don’t get tricked by tax scams at Halloween or any time of the year
October 30, 2026
The only thing worse than having to deal with IRS questions about your tax account is having those questions prompted…
How to avoid being haunted by ghost tax return preparers
October 28, 2026
Some ghosts this Halloween are cool trick-or-treaters. But when it comes to taxes, beware of ghost preparers.
8 workplace benefits questions to ask this enrollment season
October 26, 2026
Millions of U.S. workers are now deciding what workplace benefits, some of which also offer tax savings, they want for…
Candy taxes leave a bad taste on Halloween (and beyond)
October 22, 2026
Happy Halloween! Time for ghosts, ghouls and, in many cases, taxable candy treats. Here's a look at the various levies…
Reconstructing disaster damaged tax (and other) documents
October 20, 2026
Tax and financial documents are needed to file claims after major disasters. If they are damaged in the catastrophe, you'll…
IRS sending refunds to families that claimed adoption tax credit carryforwards
October 18, 2026
Tax reform changes to the adoption tax credit meant some families didn't get the new law's full benefit when they…
Getting ready for the year-end tax countdown
October 17, 2026
Just 2½ months left in 2026. Time to start making tax plans and moves to help cut this year's accruing…
Combined federal law enforcement effort finds $490M in tax fraud
October 16, 2026
A multi-agency law enforcement effort has swept up more than 70 alleged tax fraudsters. Federal officials say the initial National…
Taxable Social Security wage base in 2027 will be $192,300; retirees get 3.6% benefits bump
October 14, 2026
The Social Security Administration has announced that retirees will get bigger checks in 2027. And higher-earning workers will pay tax…
Monday holiday reminder: Don’t miss Oct. 15 extended tax filing deadline
October 12, 2026
Time is almost up for taxpayers who got an extension to file their annual tax returns. The Oct. 15 deadline…
Tax fraud losses could be as much as $304 billion a year, says GAO
October 9, 2026
A new Government Accountability Office report says that tax fraud likely costs the U.S. Treasury anywhere from $116 billion to…
Tax consequences of the $90 Medicare premium rebate
October 8, 2026
Reconciling expenses is a challenge for many senior citizens. Some on original Medicare are getting a bit of help this…
Democratic Senators question proposed Form 1040 citizenship question
October 7, 2026
Senate Finance Committee Democrats have written the IRS' CEO asking him to nix the agency's proposed Form 1040 citizenship and…
Become a VITA or TCE volunteer & help others file their taxes for free
October 6, 2026
We all need a helping hand now and then. The volunteer tax help programs VITA and TCE do that each…
IRS gives taxpayers in disaster areas extended filing extension deadlines
October 5, 2026
When tornadoes or other major disasters strike, the IRS usually provides affected taxpayers tax relief. That generally includes new, later…
The tax connections of AI, data centers and, yes, celebrities
October 3, 2026
Data centers and AI obviously are connected. They also share some tax issues. And in this weekend's Saturday Shout Outs,…
Filing your extended Form 1040 is the first of five tax moves to make this October
October 1, 2026
October traditionally is the scariest month, and not just because of Halloween. Millions of tax procrastinators face the Oct. 15…
Tax questions on Nov. 3 ballots
September 29, 2026
In addition to electing lawmakers on Nov. 3, voters across the United States will see some policy questions on their…
Toasting Oktoberfest, but not the added beer taxes
September 27, 2026
State and federal taxes account for a large part of the price of beer. Will the levies impact your beverage…
Employee or contractor? How to determine your job classification and tax obligations
September 25, 2026
Being an employee or a contractor has implications for workers and businesses. Here’s how Uncle Sam determines the appropriate role,…
IRS extends tax relief to drought-stricken farmers and ranchers
September 23, 2026
The U.S. agricultural sector is facing many challenges, including extremely hot and dry weather. The IRS is helping with the…
Coalition says Congress, not the president, should fill top GAO post
September 22, 2026
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has been a thorn in the side of both Trump administrations. The president, however, gets…
IRS proposes adding a citizenship question to Form 1040
September 20, 2026
The Internal Revenue Service wants to add a citizenship and work authorization status question to our tax year 2026 Form…
IRS delays release of latest Tax Gap amount
September 19, 2026
Every year, the Internal Revenue Service misses some legally due taxes. The agency also has let us know the amount…
IRS makes progress in going digital first, but still faces challenges
September 17, 2026
How is the Internal Revenue Service doing in going paperless? The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) recently looked…
TX CPAs ask IRS to end agents’ improper taxpayer interview demands
September 15, 2026
Authorizing a tax representative usually means you don't have to be present at meetings with the IRS. However, Texas CPAs…
Tax Court urged to suspend interest on tax not paid during pandemic
September 14, 2026
A pending Tax Court ruling on interest the IRS charged on unpaid taxes during the COVID pandemic could affect “a…
Don’t miss the Sept. 15 third quarter estimated tax due date
September 11, 2026
Sept. 15 is Tax Day again for those who must pay estimated taxes. That's the deadline for the current tax…
Honor heroes of 9-11 by volunteering this Sept. 11 Patriot Day
September 10, 2026
You can honor the heroes of Sept. 11, 2001, on Friday's Patriot Day (or any day) by donating to or…
Some GOP lawmakers warming to Social Security wage base changes
September 8, 2026
Retirees, and members of Congress, are growing more concerned about Social Security's financial viability. Some GOP members are even considering…
Worthy workplace movies to enjoy on Labor Day 2026 (or any time)
September 7, 2026
Movies are great escapes. But some of the best focus on a place we're often eager to leave, our jobs.…
That IRS online digital asset compliance portal? It’s a tax scam
September 6, 2026
As more people own digital assets, crooks are cooking up new tax-themed schemes to steal the holdings and more. The…
Labor Day tax deals on gasoline, guns, and outdoor recreational gear
September 3, 2026
Campers are among consumers who can save some tax dollars during Florida's 4-month outdoor-themed tax holiday. A Labor Day specific…
5 cool September tax moves to consider
September 1, 2026
September marks the beginning of the fall season. It's also a great month to make some chill tax moves that…
September 2026 Tax Tips
September 1, 2026
September brings us two autumnal arrival dates, along with plenty of chill tax tasks that could save you cold cash.
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