Opening the mailbox and finding a letter from the IRS is frightening, but what happens next can be even scarier. The tax agency wields incredible power, and if they claim you owe additional taxes they have many different options for forcing you to pay. When the IRS claims you owe additional money, they will act […]
Tax Season
Four Ways Freelancers and Gig Workers Can Trim Their Tax Bills
It is hard to beat the freedom and flexibility of freelancing and gig work. When you work for yourself, you can set your own hours, turn your home into an office and even ditch the daily commute. All that is great, but there is one thing about freelancing that is much less pleasant. Compared to […]
Operation Hidden Treasure: Cryptocurrency And Your Taxes
Cryptocurrency has become an incredibly popular way to invest, but the tax side of this virtual coin can be difficult to navigate. The IRS has gone back and forth over the years on it’s stance on cryptocurrency, making it confusing even for the most diligent investors. In March of 2021, the IRS announced Operation Hidden […]
Are You Tracking Absolutely All of Your Tax-Related Business Expenses?
Not sure what expenses to track or what you can deduct for your new business? If you’re self-employed, understanding what’s deductible and recording all of your business expenses should be priorities. When you work for yourself, accurate accounting is critical. The IRS pays special attention to tax returns prepared by sole proprietors. Not only does […]
4 Common Tax Return Mistakes That Could Get You in Trouble with the IRS
As tax filing season unfolds, many taxpayers are taking the bull by the horns and doing their own taxes. Though it may seem like good news for the individual taxpayer, it’s important to watch out for common tax filing mistakes. Tax preparation software makes some errors like addition and subtraction blunders less likely, but even […]
Time to Check Your Withholding
Have your personal circumstances changed lately — have you gotten married, had a child, bought a house? If so, it may be an appropriate time for you to review your withholding. The IRS offers workers the opportunity to perform a quick “paycheck checkup” to make sure they have the right amount of tax withheld from […]