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The earned income tax credit can put money in taxpayers’ pockets

The earned income tax credit benefits working people with low-to-moderate income. Last year, the average credit was $2,445. EITC not only reduces the amount of tax someone owes, but may also give them a refund, even if they don’t owe...

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  • October 8, 2019

Reminder: Oct. 15 deadline approaching for taxpayers who requested extensions

IRS YouTube Videos: Reminders for Extension Filers-Oct. 15 – English | Spanish | ASL WASHINGTON — Taxpayers who requested the six-month filing extension should complete their tax returns and file on or before the Oct. 15 deadline. Convenient electronic...

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  • October 7, 2019

Taxpayers can explore several tax help options before visiting an IRS office

Some taxpayers may think they need to visit an IRS office for help in person with their tax issues. However, many of these people may actually find what they need online or by phone. In fact, many questions can...

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  • October 3, 2019

Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines protections for all taxpayers

All taxpayers have rights when they interact with the IRS. These ten rights are the Taxpayer Bill of Rights, and they cover a wide range of topics and issues that directly affect taxpayers. These rights explain what taxpayers can...

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  • October 2, 2019

Taxpayers should beware of property lien scam

With scam artists hard at work all year, taxpayers should watch for new versions of tax-related scams. One such scam involves fake property liens. It threatens taxpayers with a tax bill from a fictional government agency. Here are some...

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  • October 1, 2019

The filing deadline for extension filers is almost here

It’s almost here…the filing deadline for taxpayers who requested an extension to file their 2018 tax return. This year’s deadline is Tuesday, October 15. Even though time before the extension deadline is dwindling, there’s still time for taxpayers to...

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  • September 26, 2019

IRS offers videos on wide range of tax topics in American Sign Language

People around the world are celebrating today as International Day of Sign Languages. Taxpayers who sign in American Sign Language can visit YouTube anytime to see IRS ASL videos. The IRS ASL Channel is one of three on YouTube....

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  • September 25, 2019

IRS offers settlement for micro-captive insurance schemes; letters being mailed to groups under audit

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today the mailing of a time-limited settlement offer for certain taxpayers under audit who participated in abusive micro-captive insurance transactions.  Taxpayers eligible for this offer will be notified by letter with the...

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  • September 24, 2019

Tax Withholding Estimator helps retirees; figures tax on Social Security benefits

WASHINGTON — The new Tax Withholding Estimator, launched last month on IRS.gov, includes user-friendly features designed to help retirees quickly and easily figure the right amount of tax to be taken out of their pension payments.  The mobile-friendly estimator...

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  • September 23, 2019

Moving Expenses

Here is a video tax tip from the IRS:  Moving Expenses  English | Spanish | ASL Subscribe today: The IRS YouTube channels provide short, informative videos on various tax related topics in English, Spanish and ASL. www.youtube.com/irsvideos www.youtube.com/irsvideosmultilingua www.youtube.com/irsvideosASL

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  • September 20, 2019

Individuals with significant tax debt should act promptly to avoid revocation of passports

The Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to resolve their significant tax debts to avoid putting their passports in jeopardy. They should contact the IRS now to avoid delays in their travel plans later. Under the Fixing America’s Surface...

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  • September 19, 2019

Guide for Reporting Tip Income by Employers & Employees

MIKE D’AVOLIO, CPA, JD SEPTEMBER 2, 2019 Employers and employees in the service industries that involve tipping need to comply with a unique set of tax rules.  Like wages, you must pay income tax, Social Security tax and Medicare tax on tip income....

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  • September 18, 2019

Employers who provide leave might qualify to claim valuable credit

Employers who provide paid family and medical leave to their employees might qualify for a credit that can reduce the taxes they owe. It’s called the employer credit for family and medical leave. Here are some facts about the...

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  • September 17, 2019

Two education credits help taxpayers with college costs

With school back in session, parents and students should look into tax credits that can help with the cost of higher education. They do this by reducing the amount of tax someone owes on their tax return. If the...

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  • September 16, 2019

Individuals with significant tax debt should act promptly to avoid revocation of passports

The Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to resolve their significant tax debts to avoid putting their passports in jeopardy. They should contact the IRS now to avoid delays in their travel plans later. Under the Fixing America’s Surface...

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  • September 12, 2019

Third quarter estimated tax payment due Sept. 16

Online tools at IRS.gov help people stay current WASHINGTON – With major tax reform now in its second year and taxpayers seeing its full effect on 2018 returns, the Internal Revenue Service today reminded people who pay estimated tax...

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  • September 11, 2019

Taxpayers can go to IRS.gov for answers to questions about payments and penalties

Questions about tax payments and penalties come up all year long. Taxpayers can find most answers to these questions on IRS.gov. They can head over to the Let Us Help You page, which features links that take users to...

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  • September 10, 2019

Treasury and IRS issue proposed regulations and provide relief for certain tax-exempt organizations

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued proposed regulations clarifying the reporting requirements generally applicable to tax-exempt organizations.  The proposed regulations reflect statutory amendments and certain grants of reporting relief announced by the Treasury Department and the IRS...

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  • September 9, 2019

Preparing for Disasters

Here is a video tax tip from the IRS:  Preparing for Disasters English | Spanish | ASL Subscribe today: The IRS YouTube channels provide short, informative videos on various tax related topics in English, Spanish and ASL. www.youtube.com/irsvideos www.youtube.com/irsvideosmultilingua...

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  • September 6, 2019

New IRS Tax Withholding Estimator helps workers with self-employment income

Freelancers, others with side jobs in the gig economy may benefit from new online tool WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service said today that the new Tax Withholding Estimator tool includes a feature designed to make it easier for...

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  • September 5, 2019