Category Archives: General Tax

7 April 2021

Reduce Your Taxable Income with a Last-Minute IRA Contribution

In another round of extensions, the IRS recently pushed back the deadline for contributing to individual retirement accounts (IRAs) to May 17—the same day as the income tax deadline. This means that you now have an additional month to build … Continue reading

2 April 2021

Reminder: Estimated Taxes for Q1 2021 Still Due 4/15

Although the income tax filing deadline was extended until May 17, 2021, quarterly estimated tax payments for self-employed business owners are still due on April 15, 2021. Tax law requires us to pay taxes throughout the year in a timely … Continue reading

16 March 2021

What’s in the New Stimulus Package?

The third stimulus package valued at $1.9 trillion made its debut after President Biden signed the relief into law on Thursday, March 11, 2021. The American Rescue Plan brings a new wave of stimulus payments, tax credits, and legislative extensions … Continue reading

26 February 2021

Expansion of the Employee Retention Credit Brings Good News to Businesses

The COVID Relief stimulus package signed at the end of 2020 brings good news to businesses looking for additional financial support as they continue to experience interruptions by the pandemic. Recent legislative changes now expand the eligibility for the employee … Continue reading

11 January 2021

Update on COVID-19 Relief Packages for Small Businesses

As businesses and taxpayers are still reeling from the effects of the pandemic into the new year, additional relief programs and assistance are being offered at both the state and federal level. You’ll have to be quick because there’s a … Continue reading

5 January 2021

Key Adjustments for 2021 – What You Need to Know

As we head into a new year, the IRS has set 2021 inflation adjustments for over 60 tax provisions. Here’s a snapshot of the most important changes, including the tax rate and schedules, income limits for IRA contributions, and more. … Continue reading

2 January 2021

IRS Introduces New Form 1099-NEC

Most small businesses and freelancers are familiar with Form 1099-MISC. In 2020, the IRS unveiled a new Form 1099-NEC for purposes of filing nonemployee compensation for any independent contractors, gig workers, or self-employed individuals not on payroll. In an effort … Continue reading

11 November 2020

Year-End Tax Planning for Businesses

With a new president taking office, an ongoing pandemic, and unprecedented tax law changes over the past few years, this could be the most important tax planning year yet. This article will review 2020 legislative tax changes affecting businesses and … Continue reading

26 October 2020

Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals

We recognize the impact this unimaginable year has had on all of us. There have been immeasurable shifts in our society, but our unwavering commitment to help guide you with our resources and expertise remains steadfast. Here are some planning … Continue reading

28 September 2020

5 New Updates on Economic Impact Payments

New information continues to unfold as Congress provides clarity on several aspects of the economic impact payments and discusses a potential second round of stimulus checks. IRS Notice 1444 Under the CARES Act, the IRS deposited or mailed the first … Continue reading

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