You may think your company saves money by handling bookkeeping, accounting, and payroll services in-house, but many businesses find that’s not the case. Running a small business requires expertise and a level of commitment that only you can bring to the table. As you’ve probably discovered though, there is a ton of (boring but) necessary […]
Several important tax changes happened last year that will affect the federal income tax returns that individuals and business taxpayers will file in 2017. Here’s a quick look at four key changes that you should be mindful of during this tax season. 1. Stand-Alone HRAs On December 13, 2016, President Obama signed the 21st Century […]
If you weren’t already aware, in general, contributions made to a Traditional IRA (individual retirement account) are tax-deductible if you or your spouse are not covered by a retirement plan at work. For 2016 and 2017, the annual contribution limit for a traditional IRA is $5,500, or $6,500 if you’re age 50 or older. Contribution […]
We all know that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) expects to you to pay your taxes on the income you receive during the year. The average working taxpayer is accustomed to paying their taxes as they go throughout the year by income tax withholding done by their employer. This is convenient and simple for those […]
November 29, 2016, is called “Giving Tuesday.” Joining in the trend of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving has grown into one of the biggest fundraising drives for non-profits. It’s a day when charities encourage people to make year-end donations, many through using the hashtag on social media of […]
Belated congratulations to the Class of 2016! Hopefully you’ve spent the last six months enjoying the summer since your graduation. For thousands of graduates with Federal Student Loans, we’ve got some bad news: your loan’s grace period is about to end. What’s a grace period? There’s a six-month window between when you leave school (or […]
In gambling, there are winners and there are losers. But, if you don’t pay taxes on your winnings, you’ll end up a loser with the IRS! Whether you’re at a casino or a racetrack, win a lottery, or you’re just enjoying a night of Bingo, your gambling income is most likely taxable income. Whether or […]
Finally the IRS addresses a problem experienced by some employers and not-for-profit organizations: the misclassification of workers in “sheltered workshops” as independent contractors rather than employees. IRS Revenue Ruling 65-165 clarifies the treatment of disabled workers in the following situations: Individuals in training in a rehabilitation program designed to prepare them for placement in private […]
Members of the U.S. Armed Forces and veterans are required to pay taxes on their income like everyone else. But special rules sometimes apply. Here’s an overview of key tax benefits that the IRS provides to military personnel to thank them for risking their lives for our country. Combat Zone Exemption One of the most […]
In many ways, tax season is similar to the New Year. How could that be? Tax season is full of anxiety and deadlines, whereas New Year’s is full of parties and fun. The similarity is that, like New Year’s, tax season is a time when many of us evaluate the previous year and make resolutions […]