Tax
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the fourth quarter of 2022. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements. Note:…
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Savvy investors know that taxes can have a big impact on their returns. And while tax considerations should generally take a back seat to sound investment strategies, as you review your investment options think about moves that can slash your tax bill. Here are a few ideas to consider as we approach the end of…
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Now is a good time to check your FSA balance If your employer provides you with a flexible spending account (FSA) for health care expenses, it’s a good idea to check your account balance. Also, familiarize yourself with the terms of your employer’s plan to see if it allows you to carry over some of…
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For most businesses, year-end tax planning involves a delicate balancing act, and the more flexibility that is built into the plan, the better. That’s because the tax code is in a constant state of flux, which makes it challenging to identify the most effective strategies. For example, a general rule of tax planning says that…
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What is the Inflation Reduction Act? On August 16, 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (hereafter the Act) into law. The bill introduced a number of measures to decrease household costs for the average American, while additionally making efforts to lower prescription drug prices for Medicare recipients and cut down domestic greenhouse…
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High-income taxpayers face two special taxes — a 3.8% net investment income tax (NIIT) and a 0.9% additional Medicare tax on wage and self-employment income. Here’s an overview of the taxes and what they may mean for you. 3.8% NIIT This tax applies, in addition to income tax, on your net investment income. The NIIT…
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There is no denying COVID-19 has changed the corporate landscape when it comes to where employees perform work. Before COVID-19, most office employees worked at a central location and performed services in the state in which the employer resided. However, COVID-19 forced most employees to work from home. Often, home for employees may have been…
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When a married couple files a joint tax return, each spouse is “jointly and severally” liable for the full amount of tax on the couple’s combined income. Therefore, the IRS can come after either spouse to collect the entire tax — not just the part that’s attributed to one spouse or the other. This includes…
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Sometimes, bigger isn’t better: Your small- or medium-sized business may be eligible for some tax breaks that aren’t available to larger businesses. Here are some examples. 1. QBI deduction For 2018 through 2025, the qualified business income (QBI) deduction is available to eligible individuals, trusts and estates. But it’s not available to C corporations or…
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If you don’t have enough federal tax withheld from your paychecks and other payments, you may have to make estimated tax payments. This is the case if you receive interest, dividends, self-employment income, capital gains or other income. Here are the applicable rules for paying estimated tax without triggering the penalty for underpayment. When are…
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