September 14, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
Many homeowners across the country have seen their home values increase recently. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median price of homes sold in July of 2021 rose 17.8% over July of 2020. The median home price was $411,200 in the Northeast, $275,300 in the Midwest, $305,200 in the South and $508,300 in […]
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The tax score of winning
October 6, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax
Studies have found that more people are engaging in online gambling and sports betting since the pandemic began. And there are still more traditional ways to gamble and play the lottery. If you’re lucky enough to win, be aware that tax consequences go along with your good fortune. Review the tax rules Whether you win […]
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EIDL program retooled for still-struggling small businesses
September 24, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
For many small businesses, the grand reopening is still on hold. The rapid spread of the Delta variant of COVID-19 has mired a variety of companies in diminished revenue and serious staffing shortages. In response, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has retooled its Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program to offer targeted relief to eligible […]
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Selling a home: Will you owe tax on the profit?
September 14, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
Many homeowners across the country have seen their home values increase recently. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median price of homes sold in July of 2021 rose 17.8% over July of 2020. The median home price was $411,200 in the Northeast, $275,300 in the Midwest, $305,200 in the South and $508,300 in […]
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IRS additional guidance addresses COBRA assistance under ARPA
August 24, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Small Business, Tax
In Notice 2021-46, the IRS recently issued additional guidance on the COBRA premium assistance provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Under the ARPA, a 100% COBRA premium subsidy and additional COBRA enrollment rights are available to certain assistance eligible individuals (AEIs) during the period beginning on April 1, 2021, and ending on September […]
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There’s currently a “stepped-up basis” if you inherit property — but will it last?
July 20, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
If you’re planning your estate, or you’ve recently inherited assets, you may be unsure of the “cost” (or “basis”) for tax purposes. The current rules Under the current fair market value basis rules (also known as the “step-up and step-down” rules), an heir receives a basis in inherited property equal to its date-of-death value. So, […]
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Still have questions after you file your tax return?
May 20, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax
Even after your 2020 tax return has been successfully filed with the IRS, you may still have some questions about the return. Here are brief answers to three questions that we’re frequently asked at this time of year. Are you wondering when you will receive your refund? The IRS has an online tool that can […]
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Retiring soon? Recent law changes may have an impact on your retirement savings
April 8, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
Retiring soon? Recent law changes may have an impact on your retirement savings If you’re approaching retirement, you probably want to ensure the money you’ve saved in retirement plans lasts as long as possible. If so, be aware that a law was recently enacted that makes significant changes to retirement accounts. The SECURE Act, which […]
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Need a new business vehicle? Consider a heavy SUV
April 7, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
Are you considering buying or replacing a vehicle that you’ll use in your business? If you choose a heavy sport utility vehicle (SUV), you may be able to benefit from lucrative tax rules for those vehicles. Bonus depreciation Under current law, 100% first-year bonus depreciation is available for qualified new and used property that’s acquired […]
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New law tax break may make child care less expensive
March 23, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
The new American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provides eligible families with an enhanced child and dependent care credit for 2021. This is the credit available for expenses a taxpayer pays for the care of qualifying children under the age of 13 so that the taxpayer can be gainfully employed. Note that a credit reduces your […]
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One reason to file your 2020 tax return early
January 20, 2021 / by Sherie Johnson / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized
The IRS announced it is opening the 2020 individual income tax return filing season on February 12. (This is later than in past years because of a new law that was enacted late in December.) Even if you typically don’t file until much closer to the April 15 deadline (or you file for an extension), […]
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