National Tax Security Week Begins November 27

National Tax Security Week Begins November 27

The IRS and its Security Summit partners from the national tax industry and state tax agencies announced the 8th annual National Tax Security Awareness Week, set to begin November 27. Protection of financial information and identity theft prevention are the focus of...
Time Running Out to File for Recovery Rebate Credit

Time Running Out to File for Recovery Rebate Credit

The window for claiming a pandemic-driven tax credit is still open to taxpayers who didn’t take advantage of it during the main Covid outbreak. But closing dates are approaching, making filing a claim for eligible taxpayers (tax years 2020 or 2021) a priority for tax...
Retirement Contribution Amounts Increased for 2024

Retirement Contribution Amounts Increased for 2024

The Internal Revenue Service has passed along an early Christmas present of sorts to many taxpayers by increasing the maximum contribution amounts for 401(k) plans in 2024.  The contribution hike covers those employees who take part in 401(k), 403(b), or most 457...
Time to Renew PTINs for 2024 Tax Season

Time to Renew PTINs for 2024 Tax Season

We are just weeks away from a new tax season, and that means it’s time for tax professionals to renew their Preparer Tax Identification Numbers (PTINs). This identification number expires annually on December 31st for paid tax professionals.  There are currently some...
Understanding the New IRS E-Filing Requirements for Forms W-2

Understanding the New IRS E-Filing Requirements for Forms W-2

As we prepare for the 2024 tax season, the IRS is also updating regulations for tax forms and filing requirements. One such regulation establishes a new threshold for electronic filing of certain returns. This change has implications for employers and taxpayers alike,...