Is that activity just a hobby or a business?
Many people have hobbies – things they enjoy doing in their spare time – and some even make a little extra money from them. However, there’s a difference between a hobby and a business, especially…
Client Tax Letter 1st Quarter 2016
Client Tax Letter 2016 1st Quarter This CPA Client Tax Letter is provided by McDonald Carlson CPAs to its clients through an arrangement with the AICPA, which holds the copyright to the CPA Client Tax Letter…
The Health Care Law’s Effect on Your Tax Return
The Affordable Care Act contains tax provisions that affect the 2014 income tax return you file this year. Almost everyone is affected by the individual shared responsibility provision while only people who purchased coverage…
Summer fun has begun: How common activities could impact the next tax return
Summer hasn’t officially started, but summertime events and happenings certainly have. Most people aren’t thinking about taxes when there’s summer fun to be had, but there’s some common activities that could impact taxpayers in the…
Need more time to file? Don’t wait, request an extension
The April 15 deadline to file federal income tax returns is coming up fast. Taxpayers who need more time to file, should request an extension by the filing due date. An extension gives people until…
Important reminders for people filing their tax return at the last minute
The April deadline for filing a 2021 tax return is near, but IRS tax help is available 24 hours a day on IRS.gov. Whether filing a tax return, requesting an extension, or making a payment,…
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…
Debunking myths about federal tax refunds
Once taxpayers file their federal tax returns, they’re eager for details about their refund. When it comes to refunds, there are several common myths that can mislead taxpayers. Myth: Calling the IRS, tax software provider,…