Sweeping new IRS "repair regulations" impact most businesses
The IRS has released much-anticipated temporary and proposed
regulations on the capitalization of costs incurred for tangible
property. They impact how virtually any business writes off costs
that rep...
IRS launches third version of voluntary offshore disclosure program
The IRS reopened its offshore voluntary disclosure program in early
2012 in response to what the government described as strong
interest among taxpayers. The reopened program, the third of its
type in...
FAQ: What tax breaks come with raising a child?
Taxpayers with children should be aware of the numerous tax breaks
for which they may qualify. Among them are: the dependency
exemption, child tax credit, child care credit, and adoption
credit. As th...
February 2012 tax compliance calendar
As an individual or business, it is your responsibility to be aware
of and to meet your tax filing/reporting deadlines. This calendar
summarizes important tax reporting and filing data for
individuals...
Actual vehicle expense method may help offset higher gas prices
As gasoline prices have climbed in 2011, many taxpayers who use a
vehicle for business purposes are looking for the IRS to make a
mid-year adjustment to the standard mileage rate. In the meantime,
tax...
IRS streamlined offer-in-compromise program aims to cut red tape
The IRS's streamlined offer-in-compromise (OIC) program is intended
to speed up the processing of OICs for qualified taxpayers. Having
started in 2010, the streamlined OIC program is relatively new.
T...
Next year's tax return starts with good recordkeeping
As the 2011 tax filing season comes to an end, now is a good time
to begin thinking about next year's returns. While it may seem
early to be preparing for 2012, taking some time now to review your
rec...
FAQ: What is a limited liability company?
A limited liability company (LLC) is a business entity created
under state law. Every state and the District of Columbia have LLC
statutes that govern the formation and operation of LLCs....
How Do I? Write Off Bad Business Debts
A business with a significant amount of receivables should evaluate
whether some of them may be written off as business bad debts. A
business taxpayer may deduct business bad debts if the receivable
b...
Estimated tax: Getting it right
Estimated tax is used to pay tax on income that is not subject to
withholding or if not enough tax is being withheld from a person's
salary, pension or other income. Income not subject to withho...
How Do I? Make an in-plan Roth IRA rollover?
In-plan Roth IRA rollovers are a relatively new creation, and as a
result many individuals are not aware of the rules. The Small
Business Jobs Act of 2010 made it possible for participants in
40...
FAQ: What are my chances of being audited?
Often, timing is everything or so the adage goes. From medicine to
sports and cooking, timing can make all the difference in the
outcome. What about with taxes? What are your chances of being
au...
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