The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act

On Jan. 31, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan tax package. The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 contains enhancements to the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and would restore some tax breaks for businesses. Specifically, it would expand CTC eligibility for some low-income families. It would also bring back […]

A reminder from the IRS

It’s easy to overlook smaller amounts of income when it’s time to prepare your tax return. Taxpayers must generally include all income, not just the amount they find on an employer-generated W-2 form. For example, did you make goods and sell them on an online marketplace or at a crafts fair? Did you provide and […]

If you gave to charity in 2023, check to see that you have substantiation

Did you donate to charity last year? Acknowledgment letters from the charities you gave to may have already shown up in your mailbox. But if you don’t receive such a letter, can you still claim a deduction for the gift on your 2023 income tax return? It depends. What the law requires To prove a […]

IRS Commissioner reminds tax professionals of possible changes coming

In a recent speech, IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel suggested that tax professionals may need to stay on their toes during the 2024 tax season. If the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 passes soon, new rules for the Child Tax Credit could go into effect starting with the 2023 tax year. […]

An update on the global minimum tax

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has issued an assessment of the effects thus far of the 15% global minimum tax (GMT). The report says that the GMT levied on large multinational enterprises (MNEs) under Pillar Two of the OECD framework has disincentivized the practice of profit shifting as intended. The GMT is […]

Inventory management systems: What’s right for your business?

If your business has significant inventory on its balance sheet, it can be costly. The carrying costs of inventory include warehousing, salaries, insurance, taxes, and transportation, as well as depreciation and shrinkage. Plus, tying up working capital in inventory detracts from other strategic investment opportunities. Reducing these costs can help improve a company’s profits and […]

IRS launches outreach program for Earned Income tax credit

The IRS has launched an outreach campaign designed to help low- to moderate-income taxpayers learn about the earned income tax credit (EITC). The IRS estimates that about one in five EITC-eligible taxpayers don’t claim it. To qualify for the credit, an individual must be employed, file a tax return and have a valid Social Security […]

This costly withholding mistake is ‘always a surprise,’ tax pro says

This costly withholding mistake is ‘always a surprise,’ tax pro says – CNBC https://bit.ly/3UvVI6o

Be aware of IRS audit red flags

The Secure Act changes part time employee participation in 401ks come 2025

The SECURE Act made several notable changes to 401(k) plan eligibility. Currently, employers can require part-time employees to work three years or three consecutive 12-month periods of at least 500 hours of service each before the workers become eligible to contribute. But beginning Jan. 1, 2025, only two years of service will be required. To […]