tax preparation: Avoid the April 15 Blues - Take a Step-by-Step Approach to your Taxes - 02/16/22 11:26 AM
So many of us dread the April 15 tax filing deadline. The U.S. tax code contains more words than the Bible and hundreds of pages of new rules and regulations are often added. With so much complexity, it is no wonder so many of us put off filing our taxes until the last possible minute, but taking that approach introduces its own stresses and can potentially land you in hot water with the IRS.   What if you do not get it done on time? You can file for an extension, but you are still required to pay the taxes you … (1 comments)

tax preparation: Operation Hidden Treasure: Cryptocurrency and the IRS - 11/10/21 12:57 PM
Operation Hidden Treasure: Cryptocurrency and the IRS
 
Cryptocurrency has become an incredibly popular way to invest, but the tax side of this virtual coin can be difficult to navigate. The IRS vacillated its stance on cryptocurrency, throughout the years, making it confusing even for the most diligent investors.
In March of 2021, the IRS announced Operation Hidden Treasure, this initiative is “focused on taxpayers who omit cryptocurrency income from their tax returns” (Forbes). If you've bought and/or sold cryptocurrency recently, it's important to declare your crypto correctly on your tax forms to avoid fraud and evasion charges.
Before we jump into it, if … (1 comments)

tax preparation: 9 Common Mistakes First Time Tax Filers Make That Can Land You In Tax Trouble - 06/03/21 11:06 AM
Being an adult has its perks, from being able to rent a car and book a hotel room to the chance to earn a living and rent an apartment. But life as an adult also comes with some challenges, including the burden of filing and paying taxes.
 
If this year is the first time you will be filing a tax return, it is important to plan ahead. Mistakes are common among first-time filers, and those blunders could delay a much-anticipated refund or even trigger an audit from the IRS.
 
Here are 9 of the mistakes first-time filers are likely to make - … (0 comments)

tax preparation: Lucky Day at the Casino? Don't Forget About the IRS - 05/07/21 10:45 AM
  Whether you gamble all the time or only once in a blue moon, you are filled with hope and excitement every time you walk through those casino doors. If you have been gambling for even a little while, you already know that Lady Luck can be a fickle partner. Sometimes the gods of the casino smile upon you, and other times they turn their back. So, when you finally hit the jackpot, you are overjoyed and brimming with excitement…   At least until you consider the tax consequences of your good fortune.     Every time you walk through the … (1 comments)

tax preparation: 3 Essential Steps to Prepare for Tax Season and Avoid Tax Trouble - 01/05/21 09:28 AM
Taxes are one of those topics people hate to talk about or even think about, especially if they end up owing money in back taxes every year. That's why many taxpayers wait until the very last moment to prepare for tax season. It’s also why nearly 14 million Americans find themselves receiving threatening letters from the IRS and in some sort of collection proceedings.   With the new Biden administration taking office this month, more tax changes are almost certain. COVID relief is another factor to account for, and things are changing almost daily. So it's never too early to start … (0 comments)

tax preparation: Filing Your Taxes When You Know You'll Owe Money to The IRS - 12/01/20 03:04 PM
 
 
As we wrap up the year the last thing most people are thinking about is their taxes. But planning ahead can have a serious impact on your tax bill next year, especially if you know you’ll owe taxes.
 
In this article, we’ll talk about some steps you must take if you know you’ll be owing taxes to the IRS or state.
 
Note: If you already have tax troubles or owe more than $10k to the IRS or state but can’t pay in full, contact our firm today. We help people find tax relief, file years of unfiled tax returns, and sometimes settle … (1 comments)