Contractor versus Employee

Contractor versus Employee

Knowing the difference is very important As informational tax forms start flowing in, you are reminded to review the forms and determine the correctness of the form. One of the keys is whether your employer (or contractor) sends you the correct form. Getting it wrong...
Tax Season is Scam Season

Tax Season is Scam Season

PLUS: Small Business Judicial ALERT Update As a reminder, tax season is also tax scam season for savvy criminals. As you prepare to file your tax return, here are some things to know to reduce your risk of having your valuable personal information stolen. These tips...
Gone Phishing?

Gone Phishing?

Each year the IRS publishes the top dozen tax scams it encounters over the prior year. One of them that makes an all too common appearance on their list is the phishing scam. Here is what you need to know. Phishing requires bait Phishing is the act of creating a fake...
Those Pesky Records!

Those Pesky Records!

What do I need to keep? Each of us needs to keep records that substantiate our tax return or other important life events for as long as they are needed. So what does this mean? The basic retention period. Federal tax return substantiation is generally three years from...
A Tip to Avoid Late Payment Penalties

A Tip to Avoid Late Payment Penalties

What to do if you miss a quarterly estimated tax payment Many clients like to keep their Federal Tax withholdings as low as possible to avoid the IRS having their funds interest-free throughout the year. Other taxpayers, especially those with non-payroll income, must...
Understanding Tax Terms: Basis

Understanding Tax Terms: Basis

Covering the bases on basis Basis is a common IRS term, but probably does not enter into your everyday conversation. This IRS term is important because it impacts the taxes you pay when you sell, exchange or give away property. What basis is The IRS describes basis...