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Tax Tips August 2020

Tax Tips August 2020

by | Aug 10, 2020 | ,

Starting in tax year 2020, payers must complete Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation to report any payment of $600 or more to a payee. There is a new form that only applies to business taxpayers who pay or receive nonemployee compensation.

Generally, payers must file Form 1099-NEC by January 31. For 2020 tax returns, however, the due date is February 1, 2021. Be advised that there is no automatic 30-day extension to file Form 1099-NEC although an extension to file may be available under certain hardship conditions.

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Featured Articles August 2020

Featured Articles August 2020

by | Aug 4, 2020 | ,

There is a “Dirty Dozen” is a list of common tax scams that target taxpayers. Compiled and issued annually every year by the IRS, this year it includes many aggressive and evolving schemes related to coronavirus tax relief, including Economic Impact Payments. The criminals behind these bogus schemes view everyone as potentially easy prey and everyone should be on guard, especially vulnerable populations such as the elderly.

While tax-related scams usually increase at tax time, this year, scam artists are using pandemic to try stealing money and information from honest taxpayers. As such, taxpayers should refrain from engaging potential scammers online or on the phone.

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Featured Articles July 2020

Featured Articles July 2020

by | Jul 8, 2020 | ,

With a potential economic downturn in the wings due to COVID-19, being debt-free is a worthwhile goal. Unfortunately, between mortgages, car loans, credit cards, and student loans, this is unrealistic for most people – especially those of pre-retirement age. Instead, it’s better to start by focusing on managing debt. When you handle debt wisely, you won’t have to shell out every cent of your hard-earned money to your lender or feel like you’re always on the verge of bankruptcy.

The tips in this month’s featured article will help you get started paying off debt the smart way and help you save extra money to pay down those debts even faster. Click the “Read More” button below to find out more.

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Featured Articles for June 2020

Featured Articles for June 2020

by | Jun 9, 2020 |

As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed into law March 27, many small business owners were able to apply for – and receive – a loan of up to $10 million under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Businesses – including nonprofits, veterans’ organizations, Tribal entities, self-employed individuals, sole proprietorships, and independent contractors – that were in operation on February 15 and that have 500 or fewer employees are eligible for the PPP loans. The deadline for applying for a PPP loan is June 30, 2020. If the loan proceeds are used as specified, business owners may apply to have the loan forgiven.

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PPP Loan Update: 8 Weeks Extended to 24 Weeks!

PPP Loan Update: 8 Weeks Extended to 24 Weeks!

by | Jun 4, 2020 |

Late Wednesday night, the Senate unanimously passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act which makes significant modifications to the provisions of the original Paycheck Projection Program (PPP). These modifications are expected to be signed into law by the President. Among the key provisions is a change in the threshold for the amount of PPP funds required to be spent on payroll costs to qualify for forgiveness to 60% of the loan amount.

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PPP Loan Update: 8 Weeks Extended to 24 Weeks!

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application

by | May 20, 2020 | ,

As of Friday, May 15, the Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application and detailed instructions for the application. The form and instructions inform borrowers how to apply for forgiveness of their PPP loans, consistent with the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).  SBA will also soon issue regulations and guidance to further assist borrowers as they complete their applications, and to provide lenders with guidance on their responsibilities. The form and instructions include several measures to reduce compliance burdens and simplify the process for borrowers, including: Options for borrowers to calculate payroll costs using an “alternative...

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COVID-19 Updates: Things You Should Know

COVID-19 Updates: Things You Should Know

by | Apr 13, 2020 | ,

Click on the links below to jump to each section in this article: Tax Returns & Estimated Taxes Now Due July 15 CARES Act: Information for Individual Taxpayers Tax Breaks Help Small and Medium-sized Employers The Tax-Smart Way to Loan Money to Friends & Family Relief for Other Coronavirus-related Tax Issues   Tax Returns & Estimated Taxes Now Due July 15 Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the federal income tax filing due date is automatically extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020. Taxpayers can also defer federal income tax payments due on April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020, without penalties and interest, regardless of the amount owed. In addition, the payment and return-filing requirements for gift and generation-skipping transfer taxes due April 15 are now due...

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Promotions

by | Sep 4, 2019 |

We are celebrating several promotions here at Caras & Shulman. We know that our greatest assets are the people who serve our clients everyday. Today we recognize (from left to right) Lindsey Murphy, Lead Associate, Operations, Melissa Astone, Supervisor, Accounting & Audit, Alexandra Binek, Senior Associate, Accounting & Audit, Nancy Cuneo, Lead Associate, Accounting Services, and Raffi Donabedian, Manager, Accounting & Audit. Also, missing from the photo - Danielle Shnaper, Lead Associate, Accounting & Audit, and Carollee Fallon, Lead Associate, Accounting Services. Thanks to each of you for your commitment to both your clients and careers. Message us to find out how you can become part of our winning team.

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2019 MSCPA Day of Service

by | Jun 19, 2019 |

Members of the Caras & Shulman team donated their time to the 2019 MSCPA Day of Service. Giving back to our local communities is important to us, and it also provides the opportunity to spend some quality time with colleagues outside the office. This year, the effort was to beautify the grounds of the Town Common in Burlington, MA. It turned out to be a beautiful day! Thank you to those who were able to participate in such a great event. From left to right - Julia Basile, Jaclyn Edwards, Haley Fritz, Melissa Astone, Nadia Antonellis, and Sharon Aftandilian.

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Promotion Announcement: Danielle Shnaper

by | Jun 19, 2019 |

At Caras & Shulman we know that the success of our firm is a result of the success of every one of the members of our team. Today we celebrate Danielle Shnaper who was recently promoted to Lead Associate, Accounting & Audit. Danielle has been with the firm for over five years. She consistently demonstrates the core values that make our firm and our clients successful.  Prior to joining our audit team, Danielle worked in firm operations. Congratulations to Danielle!

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