IRS to target ‘unscrupulous’ tax preparers amid crackdown of small business tax credit

[ad_1] The IRS has unveiled plans to crack down on tax preparers with “questionable practices.” This news comes amid heightened scrutiny of a popular small business tax credit. The agency’s…

Here’s what tax pros recommend after the IRS halts processing for small business tax credit

[ad_1] As the IRS pauses on processing new claims for the employee retention tax credit, or ERC, some small businesses are in limbo. The agency is working on further guidance on how…

Firms are ‘bombarding’ small businesses with ads for a Covid-era tax credit, advisor says. Here’s how to know if you qualify

[ad_1] brightstars | E+ | Getty Images Small businesses are facing an onslaught of ads, phone calls and emails to help them claim a pandemic-era tax credit. However, experts urge…

The IRS is cracking down on a popular small business tax break that could lead to a costly audit

[ad_1] Pgiam | Istock | Getty Images A cottage industry of specialist firms has sprung up to help business owners claim the Employee Retention Credit (ERC), a governmental tax incentive…

Made a profit selling your home in 2022? Here’s how to trim your tax bill

[ad_1] Despite the cooling market, many homeowners made money selling their property in 2022 — and part of that windfall may be taxable. Home sellers made a $112,000 profit on…

IRS commissioner nominee to ‘ensure that America’s highest earners comply with tax laws.’ Here are the key takeaways from Senate hearing

[ad_1] Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden, D-Ore., questions IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig at a Senate Finance Committee hearing. Tom Williams | Pool | Reuters President Joe Biden’s nominee to…

How to pay 0% capital gains taxes with a six-figure income in 2023

[ad_1] vitapix | E+ | Getty Images Planning to sell some investments this year? It’s less likely to affect your 2023 tax bill, experts say. Here’s why: The IRS made…

The IRS has issued nearly 8 million tax refunds. Here’s the average payment

[ad_1] Bill Oxford | E+ | Getty Images Tax season is underway, and the IRS has issued nearly 8 million refunds worth about $15.7 billion as of Feb. 3, the…

Pre-tax vs. Roth 401(k): Deciding which to use for retirement is trickier than you think

[ad_1] Prathanchorruangsak | Istock | Getty Images Whether you’re starting a new job or updating retirement savings goals, you may need to choose between pre-tax or Roth 401(k) contributions —…

IRS: Residents of more than a dozen states do not need to report ‘special payments’ for welfare, disaster relief on their federal return

[ad_1] The IRS on Friday issued federal tax guidance for millions of Americans who received state rebates or payments in 2022. The announcement came about a week after the agency…