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  • Tasty Thanksgiving tax tip leftovers: 5 Tax Turkeys to Avoid

    November 30, 2024
    Okay, one more turkey, but the Thanksgiving dinner version. To go along with the leftovers from this meal, below is…
  • Tax Turkey to Avoid #5: Not exploring a Roth IRA conversion

    November 29, 2024
    Five turkeys might not technically be enough to be classified a rafter or gang or death row of turkeys —…
  • Tax Turkey to Avoid #4: Overlooking alternative ways to give to charity

    November 28, 2024
    In addition to donating cash to your favorite charity, there are other ways to give. Here are three alternative charitable…
  • Tax Turkey to Avoid #3: Not using, therefore losing, your medical FSA money

    November 27, 2024
    You need to get your medical flexible spending account (FSA) expenditures in a row so you don’t lose any of…
  • Tax Turkey to Avoid #2: Not establishing a bunching strategy

    November 26, 2024
    You have two main deduction options when you file, standard or itemizing. This gobbler duo represents that choice, which you…
  • Tax Turkey to Avoid #1: Not reviewing and adjusting if necessary your paycheck withholding

    November 25, 2024
    Tax turkeys can be costly. The ol' blog's Thanksgiving tradition of Tax Turkeys to Avoid looks at fowl tax fouls.…
  • What do online holiday shopping and taxes share? Identity theft threats

    November 24, 2024
    Photo by Kaboompics.com  It’s Thanksgiving Week! The end-of-year holidays are officially here. So is scam and identity theft season. So…
  • A look at the new government efficiency tsars’ plans

    November 23, 2024
    Donald J. Trump has fulfilled one presidential campaign promise. He has named billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to head…
  • Former NJ nursing home magnate pleads guilty to $38 million tax fraud

    November 22, 2024
    You don't get the World's Best Boss title if you don't understand, and comply with, employment tax requirements. (Photo: Steve…
  • IP PIN adds taxpayer security, and in 2025 will help processing duplicate dependent claims

    November 21, 2024
    The Internal Revenue Service has made good progress in stopping fraudulent filings, but there’s always room for improvement. And there…
  • IRS funding again leads IRSAC’s annual report

    November 20, 2024
    Stop me if you’ve heard this before, but for the Internal Revenue Service to do its best job collecting money…
  • TIGTA celebrating 25 years of keeping an eye on the IRS

    November 19, 2024
    The anniversary comes as the Internal Revenue Service watchdog is awaiting confirmation of a new leader. The Internal Revenue Service…
  • Property taxes have increased in 48 of 50 largest U.S. cities

    November 18, 2024
    Will this higher cost across the country be enough to convince lawmakers to revise the $10,000 state and local tax…
  • Don’t need your RMD? Give up to $105,000 of it as a QCD

    November 17, 2024
    If you've met or exceeded your IRA savings target, a Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD, might be worth considering. This…
  • Estate tax planning tips as Trump 2.0 is set to take over

    November 16, 2024
    Last month, the Internal Revenue Service issued its annual inflation adjustments for myriad tax provisions. The new numbers were released…
  • 2 men charged in Trojan horse hack of tax professionals

    November 15, 2024
    The modern wooden replica of the Trojan Horse, created in 1975 by the Turkish architect İzzet Senemoğlu, stands today at…
  • Tax on streaming services (and more) progresses in Louisiana

    November 14, 2024
    Streaming fans in Louisiana soon could be paying more to watch their favorite shows and movies. This time, though, they…
  • Want an EV? Buy before Trump eliminates the tax credit

    November 13, 2024
    UPDATE, July 16, 2025: The Trump Administration's One Big Beautiful Bill Act became law on July 4. Among its provisions…
  • ERC voluntary disclosure ended Nov. 22, but third-party consolidated claim process extended to Dec. 31

    November 12, 2024
    UPDATE, Nov. 21, 2024: To help payroll companies and other third-party payers assist more clients with resolving incorrect Employee Retention…
  • Wyoming tops first State Tax Competitiveness Index

    November 11, 2024
    Wyoming is not just wide open for these cowboys driving cattle in the state's Upper Green River Valley. It also…
  • Veterans’ contributions to the U.S. economy, and a tax break for companies that hire vets

    November 10, 2024
    The construction sector is one of the areas in which veteran-owned companies play a major role. Veterans Day is tomorrow,…
  • Tax Rates, Tax Brackets Through the Years
    2010 through 2025

    November 9, 2024
       The taxes we pay depend on two things. Congress sets the rates and a baseline income amount that falls…
  • Election 2024, Take 2: Tax ballot initiative results

    November 9, 2024
    Photo by Mick Haupt on Unsplash The 2024 general election is over. Finally. Now we sort through the results to…
  • Tax preparer and his company enjoined from using questionable tax scheme

    November 8, 2024
    iStock Texas’ unofficial motto has always been go big or go home. Or, in the case of one former tax…
  • Considerations in making your FSA contribution decision

    November 7, 2024
    Prescription co-pays are just one medical expense that can be paid with money in a healthcare flexible spending arrangement, or…
  • Tax credit & deduction for businesses that make disability accommodations

    November 6, 2024
    Photo by Marcus Aurelius Business success, especially in the retail sector, depends a lot on prioritizing customers and their needs.…
  • Hurricane season heats up again as Rafael heads to the Gulf

    November 5, 2024
    Infrared satellite view of Hurricane Storm Rafael on late afternoon Nov. 5, 2024, (Image via National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)…
  • 5 tax moves to make this November

    November 4, 2024
    Photo by Jill Wellington Thanksgiving, of course, is the main focus this month. We spend the days leading up to…
  • IRS missing $1.4 billion in tax due from unreported gambling winnings

    November 3, 2024
    Since the Supreme Court in 2018 let states allow betting on college sports, sportsbook activity, like this in a Las…
  • Some tax penalties increase in 2025 due to inflation

    November 2, 2024
    The Internal Revenue Service does more that issue red cards for tax penalties. Filing mistakes, unintentional or otherwise, could mean…
  • A woman smiles while planting yellow flowers in her garden, as a man stands nearby with a dog, showcasing a vibrant outdoor scene.

    Law changes, inflation boost benefits of tax-favored retirement plans, especially for older workers

    November 1, 2024
    Regardless of who wins the White House, the Social Security system is going to get a lot of attention in…
  • Law changes, inflation boost benefits of tax-favored retirement plans, especially for older workers

    November 1, 2024
    Whether your dream retirement is traveling the world or enjoying your own backyard, you need to save now so you…
  • TurboTax alerts users of problems with some residential energy tax credit claims

    October 31, 2024
    Photo by Brett Jordan Here’s a subject line you never want to see in your email box: There’s a problem…
  • Inflation adjustments that will apply to Americans living abroad in 2025

    October 30, 2024
    Photo by Julentto Photography on Unsplash  International travel is a dream for many Americans. Some enjoy their jaunts so much,…
  • 2025 inflation adjustments mean changes to alternative tax, household help, and FICA earnings

    October 29, 2024
    Before law changes, the now inflation-indexed Alternative Minimum Tax, known as the AMT, seemed to work like an ATM for…
  • Actor Leonardo DiCaprio in a black tuxedo raises a champagne glass, smiling confidently against a festive backdrop, symbolizing celebration and sophistication in the 2018 Warner Bros. movie "The Great Gatsby."

    More capital gains profits fall into wider brackets thanks to 2025 inflation adjustments

    October 28, 2024
    Plus, a look at what next year’s inflation bumps mean to estate planning, gifts you give before you go, youngsters'…
  • Nov. 1 is deadline for disaster-area taxpayers in 8 states

    October 27, 2024
    And the disasters (and tax relief) keep coming. A glacial lake outburst in the Juneau, Alaska, area in August produced…
  • Tax questions, not just candidates, also are on ballots

    October 26, 2024
    Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash Tuesday, Nov. 5, is election day. The hubby and I already voted, and if…
  • Inflation adjustments to medical tax breaks could help you feel better

    October 25, 2024
    Mom is the best nurse, but sometimes you need outside medical care. In those cases, some 2025 tax year inflation…
  • Tax-reducing deductions, credits, and income exclusions get inflation bumps in 2025

    October 24, 2024
    Taking advantage of upcoming inflation-adjusted tax breaks could put more money in your hands instead of Uncle Sam's bank account.
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