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…
Six Things You Need to Know to be Great in Business Today
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Oct. 15 deadline for extension filers is around the corner
The extension deadline to file taxes is less than two weeks away. Most taxpayers who requested an extension to file their 2024 tax return must file by Wednesday, Oct. 15, to avoid a penalty for…
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…
Taxpayers should be sure to have all their info before going to a tax pro
Taxpayers using a professional tax preparer should make sure they have all their information readily available before their appointment. Collecting their information and getting copies of any missing documents before taxpayers sit down to prepare…
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…
Don’t take the Bait; Avoid Phishing and Malware to Protect Your Personal Data
“Update your account now.” “You just won a cruise!” “The IRS has a refund waiting for you.” In the cyber world of phishing, the sentences are “bait” – lures from emails, telephone calls and texts…
What taxpayers should do when they receive Form 1099-K
Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third-Party Network Transactions, is an IRS form that is used to report certain payment transactions. If taxpayers receive a Form 1099-K, they should use that information with their other tax records…