No Check! Where’s Your Proof?

No Check! Where’s Your Proof?

What you need to do NOW! Preparing to file your tax return is a great time to ensure you have proper documentation to substantiate your tax deductions. This is important as many banks start deleting online documentation that is over one year old. Background Two things...
The $500,000 Homeowner Tax Break

The $500,000 Homeowner Tax Break

Understand the rules now to avoid a tax surprise later There is large tax break that allows you to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 married) in capital gains on the sale of your personal residence. But making the assumption that this gain exclusion will always keep...
Common Missing Items = DELAYS

Common Missing Items = DELAYS

Review these common causes of filing delays Double-check this list of items that often cause delays with both filing your tax return and getting your much anticipated refund. Missing W-2 or 1099. Using last year’s tax return, make a list of W-2s and 1099s. Then...
The Paycheck Tax Tip

The Paycheck Tax Tip

A great place to lower your taxes The tax code has plenty of ways to reduce your taxable income, and many take place on your paycheck. If you haven’t already done so, now is a great time to conduct a thorough review of your paystub. Here are some tips: Review...
IRS Identity Theft Season Begins Now

IRS Identity Theft Season Begins Now

Each year thieves try to steal billions in federal withholdings by stealing your identity. As the IRS focuses more attention on this quickly growing problem, now is the time of year to be extra vigilant. Early tax filing season is the worst time Your federal tax...