The IRS requires that all income be reported on a tax return, and failure to comply can result in fines and sometimes penalties. However, most penalties and fines can be waived if...
Posted by Tiffany Gaskin on 12/08/2022
Most people don't understand the late-filing penalties associated with Form 5500 (including 5500-EZ and 5500-SF). Why should they?But once you file late (or do not file at...
Posted by KLSM CPA Firm PLLC on 09/27/2022
An unanticipated tax bill can be financially devastating, especially when it looks like you'll need to raise a huge sum of money in a short time.But don't worry, there's...
Posted by Tiffany Gaskin on 08/11/2022
If you need additional time to file your taxes this year, the Internal Revenue Service allows you to make an extension. This gives you another six months to complete your return. And...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 07/18/2022
Keeping old tax records can save you time and effort if you are audited or need to file an amended tax return. Previous tax returns can also help you document your income when applying...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 06/24/2022
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
The federal income tax deadline was April 18, 2022. If you need some more time, you can get an income tax extension by filing IRS Form 4868. This gives you until October 17, 2022,...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/24/2022
Just as food, clothing, and housing are necessities, so are taxes. There is no escaping taxes unless you want to go against the law which will surely catch up with you. So it is better...
Posted by Dennis Jao on 04/09/2022
Paying your taxes when due means you don't accumulate penalties and extra charges. Failure to file tax returns or pay due taxes in full also attracts charges.Some people default...
Posted by KLSM CPA Firm PLLC on 02/28/2022
