
The deadline for the final 2022 estimated tax payment is January 17, 2023
Many taxpayers make quarterly estimated tax payments during the year to stay current on their taxes. Anyone who paid too little tax in 2022 needs to make a fourth quarter payment on or before Jan….

Tax considerations when selling a home
Many people move during the summer. Taxpayers who are selling their home may qualify to exclude all or part of any gain from the sale from their income when filing their tax return. When selling…

Check “Get My Payment” for status of third EIP and watch the mail
The IRS continues to issue the third round of Economic Impact Payments to eligible individuals, with payments being issued as a direct deposit or by mail as a paper check or prepaid EIP debit card. No action…

Why it may take longer than 21 days for some taxpayers to receive their federal refund
The IRS issues most refunds in fewer than 21 days for taxpayers who file electronically and choose direct deposit. However, some returns have errors or need more review and may take longer to process. The…

Taxpayers should know the signs of a phone scam, especially during filing season
Taxpayers should be aware that aggressive criminals pose as IRS agents in hopes of stealing money or personal information. The tax filing season is a prime time for phone scams because people are thinking about…

Taxpayers must file and pay taxes even if they live abroad
It’s important that U.S. citizens and resident aliens living abroad understand their tax obligations. Their worldwide income — including wages, unearned income and tips — is subject to U.S. income tax, regardless of where they…

Average retirement-age Americans have this much in their 401(k), report says
Americans who are nearing retirement age have about $200,000 in their 401(k) accounts on average, a new survey found. According to Vanguard’s “How America Saves 2019” report, published this month, the average American worker aged…

How the CARES Act changes deducting charitable contributions
Whether you are supporting natural disaster recovery, COVID-19 pandemic aid or another cause that’s personally meaningful to you, your charitable donations may be tax deductible. These deductions basically reduce the amount of your taxable income….