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Important Information on Unreceived Stimulus Payments: For Non-Filers and Those Eligible
As we move into the 2020 tax filing season, I know that there are many questions related to missing or partially received Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), also known as stimulus payments. If you were eligible…
Protect yourself from scammers by knowing how the IRS communicates
If the IRS does call it should not be a surprise because the agency will generally send a notice or letter first. Understanding how the IRS communicates can help you protect yourself from scammers who…
Seven Steps for Making Identity Protection Part of Your Routine
The theft of your identity, especially personal information such as your name, Social Security number, address and children’s names, can be traumatic and frustrating. In this online era, it’s important to always be on guard….
Taxpayers should file their tax return on time to avoid costly interest and penalty fees
Taxpayers should file their tax return by the deadline even if they cannot pay their full tax bill. Taxpayers who owe tax and don’t file on time, may be charged a failure-to-file penalty. This penalty…
Millions of taxpayers will receive their second Economic Impact Payments by debit card
The Treasury Department and the IRS are issuing millions of second Economic Impact Payments by prepaid debit card to speed delivery of the payments to as many people as possible. If the Get My Payment tool on IRS.gov shows…
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….
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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…