Tax Filing FAQs for Individuals
The IRS is opening the filing season for 2025 individual income tax returns on January 26. This is about the same time as when the agency began accepting and processing 2024 tax year returns last year, despite IRS staffing having been significantly reduced since then....
When Medical Expenses Are – And Aren’t – Tax Deductible
If you had significant medical expenses last year, you may be wondering what you can deduct on your 2025 income tax return. Income-based thresholds and other rules can make it hard to claim the medical expense deduction. At the same time, more types of expenses may be...
If You Suffered A Disaster, You May Be Eligible For A Casualty Loss Tax Deduction
Every year, severe storms, flooding, wildfires and other disasters affect millions of taxpayers. Many experience casualty losses from damage to their homes or personal property. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law last year, generally made...
6 Last-Minute Tax Tips for Businesses
Year-round tax planning generally produces the best results, but there are some steps you can still take in December to lower your 2025 taxes. Here are six to consider: Postpone Invoicing If your business uses the cash method of accounting and it would benefit from...
Do You Owe Estimated Taxes? If So, When Is The Next One Due?
Certain taxpayers generally must make quarterly estimated tax payments to avoid a penalty. Here are the rules, along with when the next payment is due.
Planning Your Estate? Don’t Overlook Income Taxes
The federal estate tax exemption is currently $13.61 million, so you may want to think more about saving income taxes for your heirs (rather than worrying about estate taxes).
Consider Borrowing From Your Corporation But Structure The Deal Carefully
Closely held corporation owners: If you need money for personal expenses like a new car or home improvements, consider borrowing from the business. But follow these tips to avoid adverse tax consequences.
What Might Be Ahead As Many Tax Provisions Are Scheduled To Expire?
What’s on the tax horizon as many Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions get closer to their scheduled expiration date? Here are four possible scenarios.
Social Security Tax Update: How High Can It Go?
The Social Security tax paid by many individuals will continue to go up in future years. Here’s a look at how the tax affects employees, self-employed individuals and employers.
Figuring Corporate Estimated Tax
An important deadline for quarterly federal estimated tax payments is coming up on June 17. Here are the methods for computing payments for corporations.