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’re a few other tips and best...
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...
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...
It’s back to school season, and with that comes potential out-of-pockets costs for educators. The Educator Expense Deduction lets eligible teachers and administrators deduct certain expenses from their taxes. Eligible educators The taxpayer must be a kindergarten through grade...
Taxpayers who requested an extension to file have until Oct. 15, 2025, to do so, and some may choose to hire a tax return preparer. Those who do need to understand how to choose a tax preparer wisely and...
Here are some simple things taxpayers can do throughout the year to make next filing season less stressful. Organize tax records. Create a system that keeps all important information together. Taxpayers can use a software program for electronic recordkeeping...
Summer is a time for fun but it’s never the wrong time to be thinking about taxes – and some summer activities could have an impact. Here are a few summertime activities and tips on how taxpayers should consider...