Tax Tips to Aid in Retiring Early

Tax Tips to Aid in Retiring Early

Don’t forget to look at the retirement specials on the tax menu Wouldn’t it be nice to check out of the workforce early and not have to worry about having enough for retirement? While good financial planning can help you get there, leveraging the tax code as...
Missing a Form? Not an Excuse.

Missing a Form? Not an Excuse.

If you don’t receive a W-2 or 1099, is this a defense to protect yourself from not reporting the income during an audit? In short, the answer is no. And new this year, you will only receive a 1099-NEC if your payments received from a customer or client total $2,000 or...
Reminder: Third Quarter Estimated Taxes are Due

Reminder: Third Quarter Estimated Taxes are Due

Now is the time to make your estimated tax payment If you have not already done so, now is the time to review your tax situation and make an estimated quarterly tax payment using Form 1040-ES. 3rd Quarter Due Date: Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026 You are required to withhold...
Donating to Charities? Do it RIGHT!

Donating to Charities? Do it RIGHT!

Donation basics to ensure a proper tax deduction Donating to charity not only helps others, it can reduce your tax bill — but only if the charity qualifies as a tax-exempt organization. Checking for qualified status If you plan on itemizing your deductions on your tax...
Understanding Tax Terms: AFRs

Understanding Tax Terms: AFRs

Your grandson needs a car, but cannot afford the payments. As a favor, you provide the $25,000 to purchase the car. You tell your grandson to pay you back when he can, but there is no loan document. The IRS sees this payment during an audit and asks you where your...