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IRS Struggles to Resolve Amended Return Backlog
If you have filed an amended tax return with the IRS, don’t expect a quick response. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has made […]
IRS Gathering Ideas to Enhance Taxpayer Experience
The IRS Independent Office of Appeals, in collaboration with the National Taxpayer Advocate, is reaching out to the public to gather feedback on how it can enhance conference options for […]
The Inflation Reduction Act Strategic Operating Plan: A Dynamic Blueprint for IRS Transformation
UPDATE:Â The debt ceiling and budget cuts package passed by Congress on May 31 rescinded $1.4 billion given to the IRS in the Inflation Reduction Act and includes a separate agreement […]
IRS Resumes Collections Notices as Pandemic Measures Ease
As the world gradually recovers from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced its plans to resume issuing collections notices to taxpayers, after a […]
Navigating QuickBooks Desktop Changes
Have you gotten a notice that QuickBooks is no longer going to support your 2020 desktop application? Don’t panic. You can continue working on a desktop version of the software […]
Lawmakers Propose Sweeping Tax Cut Plan for Low-Income Filers in Connecticut
In April, Connecticut lawmakers proposed a comprehensive tax cut plan that could have a significant impact on the lives of low-income residents, especially those living in neglected neighborhoods. The proposed […]
IRS Urged to Focus on Customer Service with New Funds
What do you do if you are suddenly giving a substantial budget increase? The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) thinks the IRS should focus more on taxpayer service. In a […]
AICPA Requests Tax Treatment Guidance for Digital Asset Losses
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has been urged by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) to provide guidance regarding the tax implications of digital asset losses. In a statement, AICPA […]
Watch Out for Tax Avoidance Schemes Aimed at High Earners
The IRS has identified abusive tax avoidance schemes as one of the “Dirty Dozen” scams and schemes that taxpayers and tax professionals should watch out for. These schemes are primarily […]
GAO Wants to Reduce Tax Gap
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has suggested measures to reduce the tax gap and improve fiscal benefits, even with a small reduction in the gap between what is owed […]
ERC Scams Added to IRS Dirty Dozen
The annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams has been updated by the IRS to include promoter claims surrounding Employee Retention Credits (ERC) that have been circulating widely. These claims […]
Electronic Filing Regulations Issued
The IRS has issued final regulations regarding electronic filing (e-filing) of certain returns and documents. The regulations apply to those who must file returns for partnerships, corporations, unrelated business income […]