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Bookkeeping • Payroll • Tax Preparation • Government Correspondence From small business to non-profit (501(c)(3))… from new business to established… we handle the numbers so you can concentrate on the business! AS of York caters to small business owners....

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  • August 29, 2009

Red flags for Employee Retention Credit claims; IRS reminds businesses to watch out for warning signs of aggressive promotion that can mislead people into making improper ERC claims

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service continues to warn businesses to watch out for aggressive marketing by nefarious actors involving the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and urged people to watch out for red flags that can signal trouble. The...

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  • September 19, 2023

What the IRS is doing and what you can do to avoid Employee Retention Credit scams

The IRS shared new steps the agency is taking to prevent honest taxpayers from falling victim to Employee Retention Credit (ERC) scams. The IRS continues to warn small businesses about aggressive promoters encouraging filing potentially ineligible claims. The IRS...

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  • September 18, 2023

IRS reminds gig workers, self-employed and others of Sept. 15 third quarter estimated tax payment deadline

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers who pay estimated taxes that the deadline to submit their third quarter payment is Sept. 15, 2023. Taxpayers not subject to withholding may need to make quarterly estimated tax payments....

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  • September 14, 2023

Tips to help taxpayers make sure their donations go to legitimate charities

When disaster strikes, Americans can always be counted on to help. That help comes in countless ways, but often the easiest way to help is by donating money to charities. Sadly, criminals are just as likely to answer the...

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  • September 13, 2023

Here’s What To Do if You Owe Taxes, but Can’t Pay

Here is a video tax tip from the IRS: Here’s What To Do if You Owe Taxes, but Can’t Pay English | Spanish | ASL | Chinese | Korean | Vietnamese | Haitian Creole Subscribe today: The IRS YouTube...

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  • September 8, 2023

ERC audits: Be prepared

By   Roger Russell September 05, 2023, 5:06 p.m. EDT4 Min Read Despite the numerous warnings from the Internal Revenue Service, the American Institute of CPAs and various tax practitioner groups, advertisements for employers to take advantage of the Employee...

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  • September 7, 2023

Lots of military spouses are also entrepreneurs – here’s some tax info they can use

Many military spouses run businesses or do gig work, and whether it’s a side hustle or a major operation, the IRS has tax resources, tools and information to help them keep things running smoothly. Tax resources on IRS.gov Small...

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  • September 1, 2023

Keeping vital records safe can make disaster recovery easier

Natural disasters can strike without warning. Sometimes even the most diligent taxpayers are left without the important personal and financial records they need. People may need documentation for tax purposes, federal or state assistance programs or insurance claims. Here...

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  • August 31, 2023

Businesses must electronically file Form 8300, Report of Cash Payments Over $10,000, beginning January 1, 2024

WASHINGTON —The Internal Revenue Service today announced that starting Jan. 1, 2024, businesses are required to electronically file (e-file) Form 8300, Report of Cash Payments Over $10,000, instead of filing a paper return. This new requirement follows final regulations...

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  • August 30, 2023

Tax Court Case Shows IRS Effort to Revoke Passports for Tax Debt

Under the 2015 Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act, the IRS can deny, revoke or limit a passport if you have a seriously delinquent tax debt Ken Berry Aug. 29, 2023 By Ken Berry, J.D. If you’re planning to...

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  • August 30, 2023

Educator Expense Deduction helps teachers cut classroom costs

Teachers often buy classroom supplies with their own money. The Educator Expense Deduction helps them get some of that money back. Eligible teachers and administrators can deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes....

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  • August 28, 2023

ERC And The Dangers Of An IRS Examination

Jessica Ledingham, J.D., LL.M. Contributor I strive to alleviate stress by analyzing and clarifying the tax code. The Basics of ERC A recurring concept in the media is the Employee Retention Credit. The ERC is a refundable payroll tax...

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  • August 22, 2023

Tax Credits for Used Clean Vehicles

Here is a video tax tip from the IRS: Tax Credits for Used Clean Vehicles English | Spanish Subscribe today: The IRS YouTube channels provide short, informative videos on various tax related topics. www.youtube.com/@irsvideos www.youtube.com/@irsmultilingual www.youtube.com/@irsvideosASL

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  • August 18, 2023

Information for organizations applying for tax-exempt status

Organizations applying for tax-exempt status must be organized and operated exclusively for any of these purposes: charitable, religious, educational, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition, or preventing cruelty to children or animals....

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  • August 17, 2023

Knowing how scammers pose as the IRS can help taxpayers protect themselves

Crooks are always looking for new ways to scam unsuspecting taxpayers. Scammers impersonate the IRS by phone or email, in person, or by mail or delivery service – and cost people their time and money. By staying vigilant against...

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  • August 8, 2023

Home Energy Audits May Qualify for an Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit

Washington – The IRS issued Notice 2023-59 today regarding the requirements for home energy audits for taxpayers that want to claim the energy efficient home improvement credit. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 created several clean energy credits. Each...

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  • August 7, 2023

Get an Identity Protection PIN

Here is a video tax tip from the IRS: Get an Identity Protection PIN English | Spanish | ASL Subscribe today: The IRS YouTube channels provide short, informative videos on various tax related topics. www.youtube.com/@irsvideos www.youtube.com/@irsmultilingual www.youtube.com/@irsvideosASL  

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  • August 1, 2023

Tax considerations for people who are separating or divorcing

When couples separate or divorce, the change in their relationship status affects their tax situation. The IRS considers a couple married for tax filing purposes until they get a final decree of divorce or separate maintenance. Update tax withholding...

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  • July 31, 2023

IRS ends unannounced Revenue Officer visits to taxpayers; major change to end confusion, enhance safety as part of larger agency transformation efforts

WASHINGTON – As part of a larger transformation effort, the Internal Revenue Service today announced a major policy change that will end most unannounced visits to taxpayers by agency revenue officers to reduce public confusion and enhance overall safety...

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  • July 27, 2023

Why Investors Should Consider Using a 721 Exchange to Defer Capital Gains Taxes

This less-used tool in real estate investing might serve you better than the more popular 1031 exchange. By Edward E. Fernandez, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) For investors looking for a way to defer capital gains taxes when selling...

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  • July 26, 2023