It's the hottest time of the year, and we can't wait for the holidays to arrive! While tax season is only in the rearview mirror, summer is crucial for making informed tax...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 07/18/2022
The most common method used to pay off old IRS debt is the Monthly Payment Agreement or Installment Agreement. If you owe the IRS $50,000 or less, you can only get a 72-month installment...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 07/12/2022
What is a foreign tax credit?A foreign tax credit is a United States tax credit that is used to offset income tax paid abroad. United States citizens and resident aliens who pay income...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 05/31/2022
Most tax practitioners are familiar with reasonable cause as the basis for penalty abatement. But many often overlook another important reason for penalty abatement: the so-called...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/27/2022
Employees have their taxes withheld by their employers. So, how do the self-employed pay? The self-employed pay estimated taxes quarterly by due dates to the IRS. This way, they can...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/22/2022
Every independent contractor is considered self-employed by the IRS (internal revenue service). An independent contractor can operate as a limited liability company, a sole proprietor,...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 04/09/2022
Nobody likes to do their taxes, but the task is even more difficult when preparing returns for the death of a spouse or a death certificate. If you are preparing a 1040 federal tax...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 02/15/2022
An unexpected tax bill can ruin anyone's day. To help you avoid this unpleasant surprise, here are some simple steps that many people can take to reduce their taxes. In many cases,...
Anyone can file a tax extension. If you've been out of town, faced an emergency, or just don't have the right documents, you may need more time to file your tax return. Even...