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
Made a mistake on your tax return or realize you lost a valuable deduction or tax credit? You can file an amended tax return to correct it. Filing an amended tax return with the IRS...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 04/30/2022
If you're self-employed, such as an independent contractor, or a freelancer, one question is probably the most important question regarding tax returns: How can I reduce my self-employment...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 04/17/2022
Donations to qualified charities are tax-deductible and can reduce your taxable income, which can help you reduce your tax bill. You may need to itemize your tax deductions in detail...
Posted by Pat Raskob on 04/17/2022
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
Buying a home is a huge financial responsibility. But it's a worthwhile investment. One smart way to kill two birds with one stone is to deduct your mortgage points from your taxes,...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 02/28/2022
Since 1996, parents and guardians in America have been eligible for adoption assistance in the form of tax credits and adoption assistance programs after several interest groups began...
Posted by Taxes Made EZ Inc on 02/22/2022
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