Federal Tax News for Businesses

Tax Credit Helps Employers Who Hire Certain Employees If your business is looking to hire, you should know about a valuable one-time tax credit. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), which is available through 2025, encourages employers to hire from […]

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How Can Small Business Owners Lower Taxes for 2022?

Good news: There's still time for small businesses to make some tax-smart moves between now and year end to lower their federal income tax bills this year. Plus, there probably won't be any significant unfavorable federal tax changes that will take effect in 2022. That means you can plan with greater certainty this year than last year. Here are some ideas to consider before New Year's Eve.

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Year-End Tax Planning Tips for Individuals

Have you taken the time to evaluate your personal tax situation for 2022? Fortunately, the federal income tax rules haven't changed much from last year — and it appears that no major last-minute changes are in the works. So, you can plan with more certainty this year than in some past years. Here are several strategies to consider implementing before year end.

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Federal Tax News for Individuals

Tax Breaks for Home Energy Conservation Upgrades The Clean Vehicle Credit for electric vehicles is getting a great deal of attention, but the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) also includes many new or revised home energy improvement related tax credits. For […]

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New Rules for EV Tax Credits Under a New Law

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) updates the credit of up to $7,500 for new clean vehicles and introduces a tax credit of up to $4,000 for the purchase of used electric vehicles (EVs). But several rules and restrictions apply, including limits on the prices of vehicles and the income of buyers. Here's what you should know if you're in the market to purchase a clean vehicle.

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Self-Employed Business Owners: What’s the Right Retirement Plan?

The self-employed have several options to consider when setting up a tax-advantaged retirement plan. Two popular options — solo 401(k)s and defined benefit pension plans — allow you to make significant annual deductible contributions, but they aren't necessarily easy to set up and operate. Here's some critical information to help evaluate these plans.

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Federal Tax News for Individuals

1. Receiving Money from "Crowdfunding" May Come with a Tax Bill 2. Court Upholds the IRS Rejection of an Offer in Compromise 3. Beware of Various Tax-Related Scams 4. How the IRS Whistleblower Program Works 5. Is Your Hobby Actually a Business?

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401(k) Loans: Yay or Nay?

When times are tough, a loan from your employee retirement account can provide much-needed relief. But it's important to understand how these loans work — including the potential pros and cons — before you borrow from your retirement nest egg. 401(k) loans can have short- and long-term adverse financial consequences, especially if you're unable to repay them on time.

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