IRS Tax Tip 2020-32 Taxpayers should be aware that aggressive criminals pose as IRS agents in hopes of stealing money or personal information. The tax filing season is a prime time for phone scams because people are thinking about taxes. Here are some tell-tale signs of a tax scam along [...]
Take Advantage Of Record Low Mortgage Rates Mortgage rates are officially the lowest in American history. 11 trillion in mortgages are eligible for refinancing that would lower the homeowners interest expense and monthly payments. If you have a mortgage rate that is 4% or higher, it’s a good idea to [...]
IRS Issue Number: IR-2020-48 Tax Time Guide: Payment options available for those who owe WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers that if they need to make a tax payment or owe and can’t pay, the IRS offers several options. This news release is part of a series of [...]
Source: IRS Tax Tip 2020-28 Taxpayers may be able to claim the child tax credit if they have a qualifying child under the age of 17. Part of this credit can be refundable, so it may give a taxpayer a refund even if they don’t owe any tax. The [...]
The 2019 tax filing season is underway. Every year, AFSG provides you with detailed checklists to help you stay organized and up to date on the current tax laws. Below are links to our 2019 checklists and worksheets. If needed, these forms are all printable from your web browser, however, [...]
These tax tips can help new business owners find success Source: IRS.gov Starting a business can be very rewarding. It can also be a little overwhelming. From business plans to market strategies, and even tax responsibilities…there are many things to consider. Here’s what new business owners can do to help [...]
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Summer is a season when people have fun, yet get things done. From buying a new house to cleaning their old one, taxpayers who itemize their deductions may be doing things this summer that will affect the tax returns they file next year. The higher standard deduction means fewer taxpayers [...]
Tax credits and deductions can mean more money in a taxpayer’s pocket. Most people only think about this when they file their tax return. However, thinking about it now can help make filing easier next year. This tip is one in a series about tax planning. These tips focus on [...]
Single or married? Kids or no kids? These are just a couple of questions that will help someone determine their tax filing status. Taxpayers usually only think about their filing status when filing their returns. However, this is something to think about all year, especially if it changes. This [...]
