Tax season can be a time of great anticipation for millions of Americans with dreams of a nice, big, refund check coming soon. Yet this year, many Americans may find themselves surprised...
Posted by Jennifer Rutledge, EA on 11/05/2024
Tax refund advances, also known as tax refund anticipation loans or refund anticipation checks, are financial products offered by various tax preparation companies and financial institutions...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 11/30/2023
When dealing with complex tax matters, many individuals and businesses need clarification on whether they need the services of an accountant or a tax lawyer. Both professionals play...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 06/23/2023
Filing taxes is a necessary obligation that all citizens and residents of the United States must complete. This is also true for those serving in the military, including those deployed...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/16/2023
It is a really bad idea to file taxes at the last minute. The decision ahead will make the process faster. It is best to plan and take specific actions before tax filing. For example,...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 02/22/2023
You may be eligible for the qualified business income deduction if you are a small business owner.The Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction provides small business owners with...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 01/09/2023
Tax preparers prepare more than 85 million tax returns, as observed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). However, those who boldly go DIY on their taxes should remember to keep a...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 11/10/2022
Saving for retirement takes effort and sacrifice, especially since most people will need to invest hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars to provide enough income to supplement...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 09/30/2022
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