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Simple cybersecurity habits can help taxpayers and organizations stay safer online IR-2026-119 Oct. 2, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take simple steps to strengthen online security during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Cybersecurity Awareness Month...
Taxpayers now have a new way to securely access IRS tools and account services through their mobile devices. The new IRS app has replaced the former IRS2Go app. There are several features and self-service options available to help taxpayers...
IRS2Go becomes IRS app, adding secure mobile access to selected Individual Online Account services IR-2026-114, Sept. 25, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced the launch of the new IRS mobile app, replacing IRS2Go and expanding the...
Typically, people who are self-employed pay their federal income tax by making estimated tax payments. However, they aren’t the only ones that may need to pay estimated tax. Federal income tax is a pay-as-you-go tax, which means the tax...
Taxpayers with a history of filing and paying on time may now have an easier path to receive penalty relief. This summer, the IRS’s new Automatic Exemption from Penalty or AEP will replace the long-standing First Time Abate administrative...
Taxpayers who have made or plan to make charitable donations during the year should keep good records of all their contributions. Organized records can make tax filing easier and help support a deduction if it’s claimed on a federal...
One of the best ways taxpayers can protect themselves from identity theft is by requesting an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number. What taxpayers should know about an IP PIN Anyone with a Social Security number or an Individual Taxpayer...
There are several kinds of major life events that can affect a taxpayer’s filing requirements, tax benefits and withholding. It could be marriage, welcoming a new child, divorce, or loss of a loved one—all of these can impact their...
IR-2026-83, July 8, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced a new automatic process to provide penalty relief for taxpayers with a history of filing and paying on time, reducing the need for them to request assistance....
The summer months are a common time for many businesses to seek out seasonal or part-time workers. If they’re hiring help, it’s important to understand tax filing and withholding responsibilities. This can help avoid penalties while staying compliant throughout...
Thinking of starting a business? One of the most important first steps for new entrepreneurs and future business owners is to ensure the right business structure is chosen. That’s not all though, there are a few other tips and...
Many people have hobbies – things they enjoy doing in their spare time – and some even make a little extra money from them. However, there’s a difference between a hobby and a business, especially how each is treated...
Even though the tax filing deadline for tax year 2025 passed a couple weeks ago, it’s not too early to start planning for next filing season. Planning now can help taxpayers avoid surprises next year. One action that can...
Before filing a federal tax return, taxpayers should make sure they have the necessary and correct documents. Here’s what taxpayers should do if they haven’t received their Form W-2 or Form 1099 yet. Taxpayer options for missing documents Contact...
FS-2026-01, January 2026 This Fact Sheet provides answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the new deduction for qualified overtime compensation, such as who may be eligible to claim the deduction, including federal employees, and where to find supplemental...
I wanted to bring to your attention recent IRS guidance (Notice 2025-69) regarding new federal income tax deductions for “qualified tips” and “qualified overtime compensation” for the 2025 tax year. These deductions were introduced by the One, Big, Beautiful...
IR-2025-110, Nov. 6, 2025 WASHINGTON — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued guidance providing penalty relief to employers and other payors for tax year 2025 regarding new information reporting requirements for cash tips and...
The IRS has updated its contingency lapse plan, detailing how operations will proceed past the first five days of the federal government shutdown. The plan, which took effect on Oct. 8, 2025, outlines which functions will continue, which will...
Planning for retirement may seem daunting, but it’s important to start early. Individual retirement accounts provide tax incentives for people to make investments towards their financial future. IRAs let earnings grow tax deferred. Individuals pay taxes on investment gains...
IR-2025-94, Sept. 23, 2025 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service, working with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, today announced that paper tax refund checks for individual taxpayers will be phased out beginning on Sept. 30, 2025, as required...
