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Good recordkeeping year-round helps taxpayers avoid tax time frustration
Wading through a pile of statements, receipts and other financial documents when it’s time to prepare a tax return can be frustrating for people who haven’t managed their records. By knowing what they need to…
![Here’s what businesses need to know about the enhanced business meal deduction](https://stefforia.com/wp-content/themes/spc/library/images/banners/spc-31.jpg)
Here’s what businesses need to know about the enhanced business meal deduction
The IRS encourages businesses to begin planning now to take advantage of tax benefits available to them when they file their 2022 federal income tax return. This includes the enhanced business meal deduction. For 2021…
![2021 tax filing season set to begin February 12](https://stefforia.com/wp-content/themes/spc/library/images/banners/spc-3.jpg)
2021 tax filing season set to begin February 12
The IRS will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns on Friday, Feb.12, 2021. People who are ready to file can begin filing their tax returns with tax prep software, including IRS Free File. Software providers are…
![Giving Tuesday is coming; now is a good time to review tax benefits for charitable giving](https://stefforia.com/wp-content/themes/spc/library/images/banners/spc-19.jpg)
Giving Tuesday is coming; now is a good time to review tax benefits for charitable giving
The Tuesday after Thanksgiving marks Giving Tuesday when many people choose to make charitable donations. People making charitable donations for Giving Tuesday, or at any time during the year, should review whether their gift is…
![Many taxpayers can file their state and federal returns for free](https://stefforia.com/wp-content/themes/spc/library/images/banners/spc-23.jpg)
Many taxpayers can file their state and federal returns for free
As taxpayers get ready to file their federal tax returns, most will also be thinking about preparing their state taxes. There’s some good news for filers wanting to save money. Eligible taxpayers can file their…
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Remember these tips when searching for a tax preparer
The tax filing season is upon us, and if you will be looking for someone to help you file a tax return you should choose your tax return preparer wisely. This is because it’s ultimately you who is…
![Teachers, classroom supplies may be tax deductible!](https://stefforia.com/wp-content/themes/spc/library/images/banners/spc-30.jpg)
Teachers, classroom supplies may be tax deductible!
Teachers go above and beyond for their students, often buying classroom supplies needed to make learning successful. The educator expense deduction allows eligible teachers and administrators to deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies…
![The deadline for the final 2022 estimated tax payment is January 17, 2023](https://stefforia.com/wp-content/themes/spc/library/images/banners/spc-26.jpg)
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….