Reminder: Fourth Quarter Estimated Taxes Now Due

Reminder: Fourth Quarter Estimated Taxes Now 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. The 4th quarter due date for the 2023 tax year is now here. Due date:...
IRS Ends Unannounced Revenue Officer Visits

IRS Ends Unannounced Revenue Officer Visits

The IRS recently announced a major policy change that it will end most unannounced revenue officer visits to taxpayers. This announcement is being picked up by all the major news outlets, but as is usually the case, it lacks context. Here is what you need to know....
Amending a Tax Return

Amending a Tax Return

Not always needed or wise There’s usually an element of relief after your annual tax return has been filed. But what do you do if you find an error on your tax return? Should you always file an amended return? Here are some things to consider. Errors in the...
Cash in on 0% Capital Gains Tax Rate

Cash in on 0% Capital Gains Tax Rate

While the maximum capital gain tax rate can be as high as 23.8 percent, most taxpayers pay 15 percent. But there is the possibility to have your capital gains go tax-free…yes, zero percent! In fact, this tax break has been around for more than a decade and comes...
2024 Health Savings Account Limits

2024 Health Savings Account Limits

New contribution limits are on the horizon Contribution limits for the ever-popular health savings account (HSA) are set for 2024. And inflation adjustments break through the historic trends of 1 to 2% increase each year. Next year the amount you can save to pay for...