Recent Blog Posts
The Tax Implications of Selling Your Home
Many people relocate in the summer, when vacations make it easier to take time off from work. While relocating can be an exciting venture for a family, it can also come with important tax-related repercussions if the move involves selling their current home. For instance, taxpayers who sell their primary residences could be eligible… Read More »
Arkansas, Mississippi, and New York Storm Victims Qualify for Tax Relief
Victims of the recent storms in Arkansas, Mississippi, and New York now have until the end of July and mid-May respectively, to file their individual and business tax returns and to make tax-related payments. For help determining whether you qualify for these tax relief measures, reach out to an experienced tax attorney today. Filing… Read More »
How The IRS Will Contact You
The IRS only initiates direct contact with taxpayers in certain situations and in particular ways, namely when a taxpayer has failed to file a tax return or is struggling to pay a tax debt. Typically, taxpayers who encounter these kinds of tax issues will receive multiple letters through the mail from the agency. It… Read More »
Did You Miss the April 18th Tax Filing Deadline?
Although the deadline for filing taxes for 2022 technically passed on Tuesday, April 18th, those who were unable to file can still do so without incurring significant penalties and fines. There are also options for taxpayers who didn’t file because they are currently unable to pay the entirety of a tax bill. For help… Read More »
Taxpayers Who Reported Certain State Tax Refunds May Need To File Amended Returns
Individuals who filed their federal income taxes early this year (before the April 18th deadline) and who also reported certain state tax refunds as taxable income may need to file an amended return. This primarily affects taxpayers who reported their receipt of special state payments in 2022 that were related to general welfare and… Read More »
Florida Storm Victims Eligible For Tax Relief
Last month, residents of Broward County were devastated by a series of tornadoes and storms, which in turn, resulted in severe flooding. These storms left many residents unable to return to their homes and struggling with their day-to-day needs. In response, the IRS has offered qualifying Florida storm victims extra time to file federal… Read More »
Tax-Exempt Organizations Subject To Annual Filing Deadline
Even tax-exempt organizations are required to file an annual tax return. This year, the filing deadline for many qualifying organizations is May 15th. Organizations that fail to comply with this deadline could face fines and interest payments, making it especially important for those who have questions about their tax-related obligations, to reach out to… Read More »
Tax Tips For Homeowners
While owning a home can be a big responsibility, there are also a number of tax benefits that go along with it. For instance, many homeowners can deduct their house payments, as well as state and local real estate taxes when they file their yearly income tax return. In order to deduct the expenses… Read More »
Splitting A Tax Refund
Taxpayers have a lot of different choices when it comes to how they receive their federal income tax refunds, one of which is to split the amount among two or three different accounts. Splitting refunds give taxpayers more options for managing their funds. For instance, a taxpayer could send some of the refund to… Read More »
Filing An Identity Theft Affidavit
A person is the victim of identity theft when his or her stolen personal identifiable information (PII) is used to open a credit card, purchase a vehicle, obtain a mortgage, or open an account without that person’s consent or knowledge. Tax-related identity theft, on the other hand, occurs when a taxpayer’s information is used… Read More »
