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Be cautious when choosing a tax preparer

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Jan 21, 20224 min

Be cautious when choosing a tax preparer

If you decide to pay someone to prepare your taxes, be extra careful and vigilant when selecting a tax preparer.

IRS announces changes to retirement plans for 2022

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Nov 19, 20211 min

IRS announces changes to retirement plans for 2022

The IRS recently announced contribution limits for certain retirement plans will increase to $20,500 in 2022.

IRS issues warning about fake charities and scammers targeting immigrants

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Jul 29, 20213 min

IRS issues warning about fake charities and scammers targeting immigrants

The IRS issues warning to taxpayers about fake charities and scammers targeting immigrants.

Advance payments of the Child Tax Credit to begin July 15th

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Jun 12, 20212 min

Advance payments of the Child Tax Credit to begin July 15th

Eligible families will begin receiving advance monthly payments of the 2021 Child Tax Credit.

Choose your tax preparer wisely: Be on the lookout for these red flags and deceptive practices

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

May 6, 20214 min

Choose your tax preparer wisely: Be on the lookout for these red flags and deceptive practices

Each year, millions of people enlist the aid of a tax return preparer to prepare and file their income tax returns. But remember, even if...

Help the homeless access their stimulus funds

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

May 1, 20215 min

Help the homeless access their stimulus funds

**UPDATE** The IRS released a new version of its Non-Filer tool that enables those who do not ordinarily file a tax return to quickly and...

Remember, you are ultimately responsible for the accuracy of your tax return

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Apr 14, 20213 min

Remember, you are ultimately responsible for the accuracy of your tax return

Be sure to carefully check your preparer's credentials because the law ultimately holds you responsible for the information on your return.

Business meals at restaurants are fully deductible for 2021 & 2022

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Mar 22, 20213 min

Business meals at restaurants are fully deductible for 2021 & 2022

As an intended relief measure for restaurants hard-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress temporarily increased the deductibility cap for...

Tax Document Checklist & Retention Requirements

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Jan 29, 20213 min

Tax Document Checklist & Retention Requirements

Keeping well-organized records makes the tax return preparation process much easier, and it significantly helps provide answers to the...

File your taxes for free through the Free File program

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Jan 18, 20213 min

File your taxes for free through the Free File program

If you made $72,000 or less in 2020, then you may be eligible to file your taxes for free through the Free File program.

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Jan 12, 20213 min

Common Tax Errors to Avoid

Be sure to avoid these common errors when preparing your taxes, nobody likes having their refund delayed!

New year, new tax changes: Start preparing for the upcoming 2021 tax filing season now

Lars Kroner

Dec 21, 20203 min

New year, new tax changes: Start preparing for the upcoming 2021 tax filing season now

As 2020 finally comes to a close, taxpayers should take some time to understand these recent tax law changes in preparation for the 2021...

Do you know about the Saver's Tax Credit?

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Dec 13, 20203 min

Do you know about the Saver's Tax Credit?

If you make contributions to your individual retirement account (IRA) or employer-sponsored retirement plan, you may be eligible to...

Find out if you are eligible to claim a deduction for unreimbursed business expenses

Jordan D. Howlette, J.D., M.B.A.

Nov 17, 20203 min

Find out if you are eligible to claim a deduction for unreimbursed business expenses

Prior to the 2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), employees were allowed to deduct their qualified unreimbursed business expenses ("UBE")...

Under IRS audit? Be sure to know and understand your Right to Finality

Lars Kroner