Tax planning doesn’t stop after a taxpayer files a tax return
June 30th, 2023
Just because a taxpayer filed a tax return doesn’t mean they should forget taxes until next year. What a taxpayer does now may affect the tax they owe or the refund they may receive next…
Tax considerations when selling a home
June 14th, 2023
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…
Installing solar panels or making other home improvements may qualify taxpayers for home energy credits
May 16th, 2023
Homeowners who make improvements like replacing old doors and windows, installing solar panels or upgrading a hot water heater may qualify for home energy tax credits. They should know what these credits can do for…
Missed the Tax Day deadline? Here’s what taxpayers should do
April 24th, 2023
Taxpayers who missed the recent April filing and payment deadline should know their obligations and the possible consequences if they don’t file or have an overdue tax bill. Taxpayers who owe tax Tax owed and…
Here’s what taxpayers need to know to claim clean vehicle tax credits
April 12th, 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 made several changes to the tax credits provided for qualified plug-in electric drive motor vehicles, including adding fuel cell vehicles to the tax credit. Beginning January 1, 2023, eligible…
Understand digital asset reporting and tax requirements
April 5th, 2023
All taxpayers filing 2022 tax year Forms 1040 and 1040-SR must check a box indicating whether they received digital assets as a reward, award or payment for property or services or disposed of any digital…
What taxpayers should do when they receive Form 1099-K
March 22nd, 2023
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…
What to do when a W-2 or Form 1099 is missing or incorrect
February 28th, 2023
It’s important for taxpayers to have all their documents and information so they can file an accurate and complete tax return. This may mean waiting to file until they receive all their documentation – and…
The deadline for the final 2022 estimated tax payment is January 17, 2023
January 11th, 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….
Highlights from 2022 National Tax Security Awareness Week
December 7th, 2022
The IRS and its Security Summit partners recently held the annual National Tax Security Awareness Week. The Security Summit is a longstanding partnership between the IRS, state tax administrators and the tax software and tax professional community….
Good recordkeeping year-round helps taxpayers avoid tax time frustration
November 30th, 2022
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…
Taxpayers should review the 401(k) and IRA limit increases for 2023
November 21st, 2022
The amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2023 will increase to $22,500 — up from $20,500 for 2022. The income ranges for determining eligibility to make deductible contributions to traditional IRAs, contribute…