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The deadline to comply with a new U.S. Dept. of Labor rule regarding worker classification is fast approaching. Is your company ready?

1. Working from a home office? 2. Deduction vs. credit? 3. It pays to be energy efficient 4. What exactly is gross income? 5. Data security at the IRS

Are your employees interested in pursuing work-related education or even an advanced degree? Businesses that invest in their employees' education can upskill their current workforce, boost morale and build loyalty among workers. Plus, it can be a tax-smart move. Here's an overview of the two primary options for offering it as a fringe benefit or setting up an educational assistance program.

Reference this tax calendar to learn the 2024 deadlines for various tax-related forms and payments.

The following chart provides some important federal tax information for 2024, as compared with 2023. Social Security/ Medicare 20242023 Social Security Tax Wage Base $168,600$160,200 Medicare Tax Wage Base No limitNo limit Employee portion of Social Security 6.2%6.2% Employee portion […]

The IRS’s new Voluntary Disclosure Program may provide employers relief from penalties related to ineligible Employee Retention Tax Credit claims.

Hall, Kistler & Company announces Andy Griffin, CPA], and Seth Turner, CPA, CVA have been promoted to Partner.

The new corporate transparency reporting rules are complex, but failing to comply with them can be costly to businesses.

The IRS is delaying the $600 Form 1099-K reporting threshold for third-party settlement organizations for the 2023 tax year.

1. Be on the lookout for tax season scams! 2. New Form 1099-K reporting delayed 3. New rules for employee participation in 401(k) plans 4. Don't fail to report cash transactions 5. Controversy surrounds Employee Retention Credit

Employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) often are used by owners to help exit their business. But they're not right for every company. Here are the basics on how these tax-advantaged retirement plans work, along with pros and cons to consider before establishing an ESOP.

1. New 401(k) contribution limits for 2024 2. Check your withholding while there's time 3. Tax benefits for child adoption 4. Be charitable and collect tax benefits with your IRA 5. Don't fall for charity scams