Can I Itemize Deductions On My Tax Return?
You may wonder if you can claim itemized deductions on your tax return. Perhaps you made charitable contributions and were told in the past they couldn’t be claimed because [...]
A Deduction for Energy-Efficient Buildings Has Been Enhanced
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which was enacted in 2022, significantly enhanced the Section 179D deduction for energy-efficient commercial building improvements. The enhancements are for improvements placed in service [...]
Financial Relief for Families: The Benefits of the Child Tax Credit
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has long been a valuable tax break for families with qualifying children. Whether you’re new to claiming the credit or you’ve benefited from it [...]
Reporting Digital Assets on Your 2024 Tax Return
A current IRS hot button is federal income tax reporting of digital-asset transactions. The government is concerned that some taxpayers fail to report the results of digital-asset transactions on their federal [...]
Taming the Tax Tangle If You’re Retiring Soon
Taming the tax tangle if you’re retiring soon Retirement is often viewed as an opportunity to travel, spend time with family or simply enjoy the fruits of a long [...]
Do You Know the Tax Consequences of Gambling
Gambling can be a fun pastime or a serious professional endeavor. Either way, winnings are taxable income. Yet, as recently reported by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), [...]
Federal Estate and Gift Tax Outlook 2025
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) significantly increased the unified federal estate and gift tax exemption through the end of 2025. However, for 2026, it's currently scheduled to [...]
Looking Ahead to 2025 Tax Limits as You Prepare to File Your 2024 Return
Chances are, you’re more concerned about your 2024 tax return right now than you are about your 2025 tax situation. That’s understandable because your 2024 individual tax return is [...]
Ready, Set, Fire: 8 Tax Deductions You Might Not Know About
Years ago, many taxpayers itemized deductions instead of claiming the standard deduction. But fewer taxpayers are itemizing today due to a bevy of changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs [...]
Do You Have Questions About Taking IRA Withdrawals? We’ve Got Answers
Once you reach age 73, tax law requires you to begin taking withdrawals — called Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) — from your traditional IRA, SIMPLE IRA and SEP IRA. [...]
How Section 1231 Gains and Losses Affect Business Asset Sales
When selling business assets, understanding the tax implications is crucial. One area to focus on is Section 1231 of the Internal Revenue Code, which governs the treatment of gains [...]
The Standard Business Mileage Rate Increased in 2025
The nationwide price of gas is slightly higher than it was a year ago and the 2025 optional standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible cost of operating [...]
Operating as a C corporation: Weigh the Benefits and Drawbacks
When deciding on the best structure for your business, one option to consider is a C corporation. This entity offers several advantages and disadvantages that may significantly affect your business [...]
Federal Tax News 2025
Gambling winnings are taxable It's fun to win money, but don't forget, it is also taxable. But a recent report by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) [...]
Business Owners Beware of the Limits on Deducting Losses
Even successful businesses occasionally incur losses. Start-ups and expanding businesses often have unprofitable years, and unexpected events like pandemics can knock companies that have been financially healthy for years for [...]