March 1, 2020
The 2019 SECURE Act raised the age at which those with qualifying retirement plans must begin taking annual required minimum distributions (RMDs) from 70 ½ to 72 years. If you turned 70 ½ in 2019, …
Additional Guidance on Business Deductions for Meals and Entertainment
March 1, 2020
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 placed new restrictions on business deductions for meals and entertainment expenses associated with meeting current or potential clients, customers, consultants and other business contacts. In response …
How to Prevent Identity Theft & Protect Your Private Information
March 1, 2020
Identity theft is a constant threat in today’s world, and the threat only grows during tax season. As part of its “Taxes + Security = Together” campaign, the IRS recently published a list of recommendations …
Your Taxpayer Bill of Rights – 10 IRS Rules That Protect You
March 1, 2020
The US Treasury operates under a Taxpayer Bill of Rights to ensure that the IRS applies and enforces the US Tax Code in a fair, impartial manner. These rights protect you during all your interactions …
Upcoming Tax Deadlines
March 1, 2020
March DAY 02 Farmers and Fishermen– File your 2019 income tax return (Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR) and pay any tax due. However, you have until April 15 to file if you paid your 2019 estimated tax by …