The Truth About Hurricane Relief, FEMA, and Your Taxes Don't believe rumors. Get accurate information to navigate hurricane disaster relief. Kiplinger · Oct 9, 2024
IRS Sued for Millions Over Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Delays The pandemic-era tax refunds for businesses have been a contention point for the agency, now employers are fighting for their cash. Kiplinger · Oct 8, 2024
Want to Turn Your Tax Bill Into a Refund? What to Do Now A few easy steps can help you avoid writing a check to the IRS. And if your most recent refund was a whopper, you might want to consider a few adjustments. Kiplinger · Oct 8, 2024
Hurricane Helene Aftermath: IRS Tax Relief and How to Help Following the destruction in the southeast U.S., IRS officials and several states have extended tax deadlines for affected taxpayers. Here are the payments and filings that qualify. Kiplinger · Oct 7, 2024
Congressional estimators find sharply lower revenue take from Harris tax plans - Roll Call Nonpartisan analysts said Harris' plans are unlikely to generate the amount of revenue the Biden-Harris administration previously estimated. Roll Call · Oct 7, 2024
Farewell Paper I-Bonds: Savings Bonds Are Going Online-Only The last remaining way to buy a paper savings bond in the U.S. (with your income tax refund) won't be available from January 2025. Tax filers will still be able to buy I-bonds online, however. Kiplinger · Oct 6, 2024
IRS Expands Direct File Program For Taxpayers IRS expands Direct File program for free tax filing, now permanent in 24 states, open to 30M+ people. Top News · Oct 3, 2024
Taxpayers in 24 states will be able to file their returns directly with the IRS in 2025 The IRS is expanding its program that allows people to file their taxes directly with the agency for free The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2024
What is Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT) and Who Pays It? Find out which income levels are subject to the 3.8% NIIT surtax. Kiplinger · Oct 1, 2024
Navigating Tax Deductions: Essential Breaks for Small Businesses Managing business finances can be challenging, especially for those lacking experience. Proper organization and record-keeping are crucial for accurately reporting taxes and maximizing deductions, which can significantly reduce tax liability and improve financial health. inkl · Oct 1, 2024
Held Hostage Overseas? The IRS Wants Your Back Taxes. The IRS fines hostages for taxes they couldn't pay while they were detained. A bill in Congress is trying to fix this. Reason · Sep 30, 2024
IRS Solar Tax Credit Payouts Soar as Scams Target Homeowners Clean energy tax credits are paying off for many, but experts warn of increasing scams. Kiplinger · Sep 30, 2024
The IRS just paid 3 whistleblowers a record $74 million award—and tax evaders should be very afraid While this kind of collaboration between the government and whistleblowers is common under most other programs, it was almost unheard of at the IRS. Fortune · Sep 27, 2024
Six Changes to IRAs and 401(k)s in 2025 The 2025 rule changes for Roth and traditional IRAs could mean more money for your retirement. But you have to pay attention to reap the rewards. Kiplinger · Sep 27, 2024
Fortune · Sep 26, 2024 What is Medicare tax and and who pays it? Experts explain Medicare funding comes from a combination of government contributions, payroll taxes, and monthly premiums paid by Medicare beneficiaries.
Latin Times · Sep 26, 2024 Three Texas Sisters Sentenced For $3M Tax Fraud Scheme: They 'Enjoyed the Financial Spoils' The three women filed thousands of fraudulent tax returns, according to authorities.
The Conversation · Sep 26, 2024 How the US government can stop ‘churches’ from getting treated like real churches by the IRS The Family Research Council is a conservative advocacy group with a “biblical worldview.” While it has a church ministries department that works with churches from several evangelical Christian denominations that share its perspectives, it does not represent a single denomination. Although its activities are primarily focused on policy, advocacy, government…
Kiplinger · Sep 25, 2024 Average IRA Balance by Age and Generation in 2026: How Does Your Retirement Account Compare? Thanks to record contributions, the average IRA account balance is up nearly 8% over the past year despite market volatility that drove balances down in the first quarter of 2026.
International Business Times · Sep 24, 2024 Crypto Taxation And Accounting In The USA: Insights From Experity CPA The IRS treats cryptocurrency as property, not currency, under Notice 2014-21. This classification is pivotal because it means every transaction involving cryptocurrency—whether selling, exchanging, or even making purchases—triggers a taxable event.
Kiplinger · Sep 23, 2024 Do You Stop Paying Taxes on Social Security at a Certain Age? There’s some confusion over whether you can escape taxes on Social Security benefits based on age.
inkl · Sep 20, 2024 Day Trade Tax Rate Explained: How Much Traders Pay Understanding the day trade tax rate might appear complicated. A lot of traders feel confused when it's about taxes. What will be the amount due? Which regulations should you be aware of? These are typical queries that lead to bewilderment.
Kiplinger · Sep 19, 2024 Shortage of CPAs as 2025 Tax Season Kicks Off This once resilient accounting industry is cracking, as the labor force seems in dire straits. It’s also affecting the IRS.
TechRadar · Sep 19, 2024 Lockbit says it has hit eFile.com, again We don't know how many people might be affected.
Bored Panda · Sep 18, 2024 30 Interesting And Fun Facts For Your Daily Dose Of New Knowledge People say that every day you learn something new. And while that sounds like a cliche, it’s very much true, especially if you’re a regular user of the internet. The post 30 Interesting And Fun Facts For Your Daily Dose Of New Knowledge first appeared on Bored Panda.
Kiplinger · Sep 15, 2024 This Double-Dip Trust Benefit Really Is Too Good to Be True Let's clear up the confusion among some trust makers and taxpayers over how grantor trust status affects the step-up in basis and estate tax exclusion.