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The baby boomer generation, a demographic cohort born between 1946 and 1964, is on the cusp of a significant transition. As they approach later stages of life, the importance of comprehensive estate planning cannot be overstated. This generation, one of the largest in history, faces

The 2024 State Business Tax Climate Index by the Tax Foundation provides an in-depth assessment of the competitiveness of the tax systems in the 50 U.S. states. This analysis is enhanced by considering the discussion around the very real complexities of comparing these diverse tax

Article Highlights: Audit Methods Additional Audit Funding Taxpayers Earning Less Than $400,000 Earned Income Tax Credit Taxpayers With Total Positive Income Above $1 Million Partnerships Foreign Bank Accounts Employee Retention Credit A key component in promoting the highest degree of voluntary compliance on the part

Home Energy Audit Tax Benefits Article Highlights: Home Energy Improvements & Tax Credits Home Energy Audit Annual Credit Limit Non-Refundable Credit Improvement Category Limits $1,200 Annual Credit limit Improvements $2,000 Annual Credit limit Improvements Energy Property Qualifications Have you been thinking of making home improvements?

As the business world becomes increasingly competitive – and increasingly digital – it is essential to maintain meticulous financial tracking and accurate recording of all incoming funds. QuickBooks Online (QBO) is an excellent resource for small business owners who are looking to do their recordkeeping

Article Highlights: Unexpected 1099-MISC Cash Winnings Prize Winnings Famous Prize Winnings If you like to watch game shows and enjoy all the excitement that goes with watching contestants win prizes, then you can add another element to your viewing pleasure by considering how the contestants

November 2023 Individual Due Dates November 13 - Report Tips to Employer If you are an employee who works for tips and received more than $20 in tips during October, you are required to report them to your employer on IRS Form 4070 no later

Article Highlights: Overview Innocent spouse relief Separation of liability Equitable relief Fairness Facts and Circumstances Confidentiality  If you are or were married and filed your federal tax return jointly with your spouse, and you were unaware of potential errors or underreporting on that tax return

Article Highlights: Prior ERC Scam Warnings What is the ERC? IRS Shifting Focus Latest Guidance for Withdrawing a Claim Who Can Withdraw a Claim Under the New Procedure Procedure for Withdrawing a Claim Despite warnings from the IRS, the American Institute of CPAs, and other

Article Highlights: Service Member and Spouse Residence or Domicile Non-Taxable Allowances Combat Zone Exclusion Home Mortgage Interest Deduction Home Property Tax Deduction Home Sale Gain Exclusion Moving Deduction Death Gratuity Payments Child Credit Earned Income Tax Credit IRA Contributions Reservist’s Travel Expenses Qualified Reservist’s Early