Small Business Tax Tips From the IRS

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Every month, the Internal Revenue Service publishes resources and information helpful to small businesses and individual filers. Here are some of the latest tips from the IRS: Avoid misleading “Offer in Compromise” mills The IRS reminds businesses to beware of promoters that claim their services are necessary to resolve unpaid federal taxes while charging big…

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12 Nasty Tax Scams and How to Prevent Them

Let’s agree on this: Most of what’s written below will NEVER happen to you. Why? Because you are reading this now and your propensity to consume security-related content keeps you current on tax scams and how to prevent them. So, this means you have a responsibility as a security conscious citizen to spread the prevention…

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5 Timely IRS Tips and Reminders for Small Businesses

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Every month, the IRS releases helpful tips and reminders for small businesses. The IRS also provides tax news and alerts in Spanish. Here are some of the latest IRS tips for small business tax information: 1.  Help pay off workers’ student loans The IRS reminds employers who offer educational assistance programs that they can also…

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3 Federal Freelancer Laws Every Gig Worker Must Know

Navigating the world of freelancing requires not only talent and dedication but also a solid understanding of the legal landscape that governs independent work. Among the most critical aspects are the federal freelancer laws, which outline the rights, responsibilities, and protections for freelancers in the United States. These laws cover areas such as wage standards,…

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Upcoming Tax Changes for 2024

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Individuals and businesses need to be aware of the upcoming tax changes that will impact their financial planning. From adjustments in tax rates to updates in deductions and credits, understanding these changes can help taxpayers prepare and make informed decisions. In this overview, we will discuss the key tax changes that take effect in 2024, providing…

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IRS Focused On Partnerships, Corporations, High-Income

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IRS has announced sweeping efforts to restore fairness to tax system with Inflation Reduction Act funding; new compliance efforts have the IRS focused on partnerships, corporations, high-income, and promoters abusing tax rules on the books. Agency focus will shift attention to wealthy from working-class taxpayers; key changes coming to reduce burden on average taxpayers while…

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IRS Offering Jobs To Thousands Of Workers This Summer

To boost its workforce and better help taxpayers and businesses, the Internal Revenue Service announced today that it’s looking to hire over 4,000 contact representative positions at several IRS offices nationwide this summer. A contact representative provides administrative and technical assistance to individuals and businesses primarily over the phone, through written correspondence or in person.…

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IRS Changes Payroll Form 941 for 2nd Quarter 2021

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Recent legislation, designed to help small businesses harmed by COVID-19, has dramatically altered Form 941.  The June 2021 changes add over ten new lines and five new worksheets to an already complicated form. In general, Form 941 was updated to reflect provisions under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP), enacted March 11, 2021. While the…

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What To Do If the IRS Audits Your Business Tax Returns

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is cracking down on small business tax fraud. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the IRS’ Small Business/Self-Employed Division established a new Office of Fraud Enforcement, and the agency has recently issued several news releases discussing common small business tax mistakes and warning of their consequences. With this in…

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