Category Archives: Tax Return Preparation
Reporting Digital Assets To The IRS
Owning digital assets has become more common in recent years, with the rise of cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Like any other source of income, digital asset earnings must be reported to the IRS. For help reporting your own income, or to speak with a member of our legal team about another tax-related question,… Read More »
A Tax Return To-Do List
Taxpayers can start getting ready for the 2023 tax year by taking a few steps now, like donating to charity, checking on their retirement contributions, and setting up direct deposit to receive their tax refunds. These, however, are only a few of the things that taxpayers can do to help them prepare for tax… Read More »
Qualifying For The New Clean Vehicle Credit
This year, the IRS is offering a new tax credit to taxpayers who purchase plug-in electric vehicles (EVs) or fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) from qualifying manufacturers. Known as the clean vehicle tax credit, taxpayers will be eligible for the credit if they purchase a new car in 2023 or later. To learn more about… Read More »
The Out-Of-Pocket Educator Expense Deduction
With the new school year officially underway, educators should start thinking about the tax deductions for which they might be eligible. For 2022, for example, qualifying educators can deduct up to $300 of out-of-pocket classroom expenses when they file their returns. This is a welcome change for many educators, as this is the first… Read More »
Grandparents With Eligible Dependents Could Qualify For 2021 Child Tax Credit
Many taxpayers think that parents are the only ones who can claim child-related tax benefits, like the Child Tax Credit (CTC) when filing a yearly tax return. The reality, however, is that any taxpayers who claim a dependent on their returns could be entitled to CTC benefits. This includes eligible taxpayers who received the… Read More »
Over 9 Million Families Still Eligible For Tax Benefits
The IRS sent notices to more than nine million individual taxpayers and families who could qualify for a number of tax benefits, but who failed to claim them because they didn’t file a 2021 return. If you received a special notice, consider reaching out to an experienced tax lawyer for help claiming a variety… Read More »
Claiming Business-Related Travel Deductions
As anyone who has to travel for work knows, doing so can be expensive. The cost of hotels, airfare, rental cars, food, and ride share services can all quickly add up. The good news is that taxpayers who travel for business are often able to off-set some of those costs by claiming business travel… Read More »
Tax Tips For Divorcing Couples
When married couples go through a legal separation or divorce, their change in relationship status could end up affecting their tax situation. Couples who share children, for instance, will need to determine who will claim those children as dependents on their tax returns. Newly divorced couples will also need to consider their new filing… Read More »
Tax Reporting Required For Foreign Accounts And Assets
U.S. citizens, resident aliens, and some nonresident aliens are required to report certain kinds of foreign financial assets on their yearly tax returns if the value of those assets exceeds specific thresholds. Fulfilling this obligation often requires the completion of a lot of paperwork and compliance with numerous deadlines. If you are unsure about… Read More »
Correcting Your Tax Return Electronically
Even the most careful taxpayer could end up making a mistake when preparing or submitting a tax return. Fortunately, it is possible to amend one’s return without incurring any penalties. In fact, one of the best ways to do so is online. Recently, the IRS opened this option up to even more tax return-related… Read More »
