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New law tax break may make child care less expensive

March 23, 2021 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized

The new American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provides eligible families with an enhanced child and dependent care credit for 2021. This is the credit available for expenses a taxpayer pays for the care of qualifying children under the age of 13 so that the taxpayer can be gainfully employed. Note that a credit reduces your […]

One reason to file your 2020 tax return early

January 20, 2021 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized

The IRS announced it is opening the 2020 individual income tax return filing season on February 12. (This is later than in past years because of a new law that was enacted late in December.) Even if you typically don’t file until much closer to the April 15 deadline (or you file for an extension), […]

The COVID-19 relief law: What’s in it for you?

January 12, 2021 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized

The new COVID-19 relief law that was signed on December 27, 2020, contains a multitude of provisions that may affect you. Here are some of the highlights of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, which also contains two other laws: the COVID-related Tax Relief Act (COVIDTRA) and the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act (TCDTR). Direct […]

Educate yourself about the revised tax benefits for higher education

January 12, 2021 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized

Attending college is one of the biggest investments that parents and students ever make. If you or your child (or grandchild) attends (or plans to attend) an institution of higher learning, you may be eligible for tax breaks to help foot the bill. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, which was enacted recently, made some changes to […]

The easiest way to survive an IRS audit is to get ready in advance

October 7, 2020 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Small Business, Tax

IRS audit rates are historically low, according to the latest data, but that’s little consolation if your return is among those selected to be examined. But with proper preparation and planning, you should fare well. In fiscal year 2019, the IRS audited approximately 0.4% of individuals. Businesses, large corporations and high-income individuals are more likely […]

Answers to questions you may have about Economic Impact Payments

April 21, 2020 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized

Millions of eligible Americans have already received their Economic Impact Payments (EIPs) via direct deposit or paper checks, according to the IRS. Others are still waiting. The payments are part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Here are some answers to questions you may have about EIPs. Who’s eligible to get […]

COVID-19: IRS announces more relief and details

April 20, 2020 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized

In the midst of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Americans are focusing on their health and financial well-being. To help with the impact facing many people, the government has provided a range of relief. Here are some new announcements made by the IRS. More deadlines extended As you probably know, the IRS postponed the due dates […]

Give your 401(k) plan a checkup at least once a year

February 27, 2020 / by Brett Hess / Deadlines, Newsletter, Small Business, Tax

In many industries, offering a 401(k) plan is a competitive necessity. If you don’t offer one and a competitor does, it could mean the difference in a job candidate’s decision to accept their offer over yours. It could even send employees heading for the door. Assuming you do offer a 401(k), the challenge then becomes […]

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