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IRS Clarifies Federal Taxes and State Payments
The IRS has recently announced that “in the interest of sound tax administration and other factors,” taxpayers in many states will not need to report various payments on their 2022…
Does Your Business Have to File Schedules K-2 and K-3?
In alignment with IRS requirements, there are certain businesses that must file Schedule K-2 and Schedule K-3. Ultimately, any pass-through entities that have relevant international income, deductions, credits, or other…
After the Audit: An Overview of SAS 114 & SAS 115, Auditor’s Communication Letters
Independent financial statement audits are designed to provide assurance that the amounts reported in them are reasonably stated. An integral part of the audit process is an assessment of the…
Understanding Business Travel Deductions
If you travel for business, you want to claim valid deductions, but the rules can be confusing. Following are just a few tax details business travelers should know. Business travel deductions…
February 2023 Newsletter
An integral part of the audit process are letters to both governance and management communicating their findings.
Arizona Sales & Use Taxes—Short-Term Rentals for Winter Events
The Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR) reminds taxpayers that short-term residential rentals are considered lodging rental stays for less than 30 days. The income from short-term rental stays is subject…
New Law Ushers in Major Retirement Changes
There’s been buzz about new retirement plan provisions for weeks, and now they’re final, bringing about changes to various federal rules and adding flexibility for current and future retirees. The…
The After-Effects of the CARES Act: Preparing for a Single Audit
While most of the financial relief benefits driven by the pandemic have expired, there are some after-effects to consider as we head into 2023. If your business received financial assistance…
January 2023 Newsletter
Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is the primary regulation used by federal agencies for acquisition of supplies and services.
December 2022 Newsletter
The IRS makes inflation adjustments for each year, which affect a wide range of provisions. And this year, there are some new additions as well.
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Is Your Business Healthy?
Many leaders see sales and assume all is well, but hidden issues can linger under the surface. Discover the four essential financial tests. From liquidity to profitability, that determine the true health of your company.
The ABCs of RMDs and QCDs
The federal government encourages individuals to save for retirement by providing tax incentives for those who make contributions to personal retirement accounts. The goal is to help people achieve financial independence in retirement and lessen the burden on public assistance programs for older Americans. The government offers these tax incentives as a trade-off, foregoing tax…
Five Reasons to File Your Taxes Early
It has begun! The Internal Revenue Service announced Monday, January 26, 2026, as the opening of the 2026 filing season. Taxpayers have until Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to file their 2025 tax returns and pay any tax due. (Filing a six-month extension will give taxpayers until October 15, 2026, to file their tax returns but…
Could Your Child Owe Taxes? Here’s What To Know
We generally assume that children aren’t required to pay taxes. But if your child has unearned income-such as interest and dividends from investments-the IRS may require them to file a return. There are two main situations to consider. Their unearned income exceeds $2,700 for 2025 Your child will fall under what’s known as the kiddie…
Should I Get an IP PIN?
In recent years, tax-related identity theft has been a growing problem and has evolved into a major enterprise run by well-funded, technically sophisticated national and international criminal syndicates. In the 2024 filing season, the IRS flagged more than 2.1 million tax returns for identity fraud. There are many ways to safeguard your personal tax information,…
New USPS Regulations: Don’t Run Afoul of the Mailbox Rule!
The Internal Revenue Code provides that a mailed tax document or payment is deemed to be filed timely if it is properly addressed, has sufficient postage, and is postmarked by the US Postal Service (USPS) on or before the deadline, even if the IRS receives it later than the due date. In other words, when…
What Documents Do I Need to File My Individual Income Tax Returns?
Seems like I just barely put my holiday decorations away, and now it’s already time to start gathering documents for my 2024 income tax returns. Whether you are super-organized or the type who thinks about taxes only on April 14, this article is meant to help make the document gathering and filing process a little…
The Essentials of Payroll Tax Recordkeeping
Federal agencies such as the IRS and the Department of Labor require employers to maintain detailed information on wages, hours and taxes; state laws often impose additional regulations. Some records, such as payroll tax filings, must be retained for several years for IRS review, while the Fair Labor Standards Act sets separate timelines for payroll…