Starting in January 2021, the IRS Identity Protection PIN Opt-In Program expanded to include all taxpayers who can properly verify their identity. Previously, IP PINs were only available to identity theft victims.
Many people assume tax planning is the same as tax preparation, but the two are quite different. Let’s take a closer look:
Every year, it’s a sure bet that there will be changes to current tax law, and this year is no different. From standard deductions to health savings accounts and tax rate schedules, here’s a checklist of tax changes to help you plan the year ahead.
Filing your tax return promises to be just as complicated as always – especially if you received stimulus payments or advance child tax credit payments.
Click on the links below to jump to each section in this article: Retirement Contributions Limits Announced for 2022 Small Business: Deducting Startup Costs Reminder: Deferred Payroll Taxes Due in December Important Information About Charitable Giving This Year Tax Credit for Hiring Long-Term Unemployed Workers Retirement Contributions Limits Announced for 2022 Cost of living adjustments affecting dollar limitations for pension plans and other retirement-related items for 2022 are as follows: 401(k), 403(b), 457 plans, and Thrift Savings Plan. Contribution limits for employees who participate in 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans, and the federal government's Thrift Savings Plan is increased to $20,500, up from $19,500. The catch-up contribution limit for employees aged 50 and over remains...
While the recently passed Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act primarily addresses infrastructure-related issues, it includes several tax provisions affecting individuals and small business taxpayers.
Credit card balances typically follow a seasonal pattern, increasing significantly in the fourth quarter, coinciding with holiday shopping, and millions of taxpayers are still carrying debt from last year’s holiday season.
Here’s what business owners need to know about tax changes for 2021.
As we close out the year and get ready for tax season, here’s what individuals and families need to know about tax provisions for 2021.
Click on the links below to jump to each section in this article: IRS Charges Fee for Estate Closing Letters Shared Custody and Advance Child Tax Credit Payments Tips To Avoid Fraud and Scams After a Disaster Deferred Tax on Gains From Forced Sales of Livestock Advertising and Marketing Costs May Be Tax Deductible IRS Charges Fee for Estate Closing Letters Starting October 28, a new $67 user fee will apply to any estate that requests an estate tax closing letter for its federal estate tax return. This closing letter is formally referred to as IRS Letter 627. Background By law, federal agencies are required to charge a user fee to cover the cost of providing certain services to the public that confer a special benefit to the recipient. Moreover, agencies must review these fees every two...
