Remote work has convinced many of us that we can do our jobs regardless of where we are located. This new approach is making many think about moving to a new location to be closer to family, enjoy nicer weather or to save money. Additionally, many people facing retirement move to an area with a […]
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With some areas seeing mail delays, the IRS reminds taxpayers to double-check before filing a tax return to make sure they have all their tax documents, including Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, and Forms 1099 and 1099-INT. Many of these forms may be available online, however, when other options are not available, taxpayers who
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The IRS is providing a safe harbor for eligible educators to deduct certain unreimbursed COVID-19-related expenses. The safe harbor applies to expenses for personal protective equipment, disinfectant, and other supplies used for the prevention of the spread of COVID-19 in the classroom, paid or incurred after March 12, 2020. All amounts remain subject to the
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More people worked from home in 2020 than in any previous time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re one of them, you might be asking, “Can I claim the home office deduction on my 2020 tax return?” Don’t get too excited if you work for someone other than yourself, because the short answer is:
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The IRS has released new Form 7202, Credits for Sick Leave and Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals. The form allows eligible self-employed individuals to calculate the amount to claim for qualified sick and family leave tax credits under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) ( P.L. 116-127). They can claim the credits on
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If you’re a parent, or soon will be, you’re no doubt aware of how expensive it is to pay for your child’s food, clothes, activities and education. The federal child tax credit is available to help many taxpayers with children under the age of 17, as well as a dependent credit for those with older children
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You’ve probably heard or read about the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) passed in early January 2021. At over 5,500 pages, the law presents taxpayers and their advisors with much to digest. Whether you’re an individual looking for some financial relief or a business owner striving to keep your company operational and competitive, the provisions in
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Many cash-challenged businesses have started bartering for goods and services instead of paying cash for them during the COVID-19 pandemic. What many don’t realize is that if your company has bartered for goods or services, keep in mind that the fair market value of goods that you receive is taxable income. If you exchange services
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One of the odder portions of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act temporarily doubled the federal gift and estate tax exemption through 2025. When adjusted for inflation, this exemption allows individuals to transfer up to $11.7 million in 2021 without paying any federal gift or estate tax (up from $11.58 million in 2020). Married couples can
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Like most of us, you are probably more focused on your 2020 tax bill than how to manage your personal finances in 2021. However, as you get ready to file your annual tax filing, it’s a good idea to also think about changes that will impact your taxes for 2021. Not all tax figures are
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While it seems like ages ago, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFRCA) was passed 10 months year ago, providing businesses incentives to retain their workforce through various tax relief measures. The Consolidations Appropriates Act passed on December 27, 2020 extended and expanded these incentives through various times in 2021. Here are a few of the relief
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Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) on December 27, 2020, adding to, and building on, the support provided by the original act passed in May. Part of this 5500-page bill is the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act which provides $284.5 billion of additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program
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