TaxConnex

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Nonprofits are often thought to be exempt from sales taxes, but is that correct? Other stats say more than 2 million charities exist that are tax-exempt according to Internal Revenue Service rules. Are non-profits exempt from sales tax obligations? These same organizations are not necessarily exempt from sales tax.

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CPA Practice

JUNE 5, 2023

Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) NBA finals Game 2 is in the books, and many people who tuned in to see the Miami Heat tie the series with the Denver Nuggets are probably not wondering what a jock tax is. But the NBA Finals—and other sporting events—are connected to taxes in a big way. What is the jock tax?

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

After several days of requests by taxpayers, state agencies and the National Taxpayer Advocate , the Internal Revenue Service has provided clarifying the federal tax status involving special payments made by 21 states in 2022. Alaska is in this group as well, but please see below for more nuanced information.

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TaxConnex

AUGUST 15, 2023

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. Midyear sales tax. The Tax Foundation released its “State and Local Sales Tax Rates, Midyear 2023” report of the 45 states (and the District of Columbia) that collect statewide sales taxes and the 38 states where local sales taxes are collected.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

As accountants and CPAs, dealing with payroll taxes is essential to managing finances for your business clients. Understanding the details of payroll taxes helps you better assist your clients in fulfilling their obligations and maximizing tax efficiency. Social Security Tax : Employers and employees each contribute 6.2%

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 2, 2023

October 16 is this year’s deadline for taxpayers who requested additional time to file their taxes. However, taxes expected to be owed were required to be owed by the original April 18, 2023, deadline. These areas include: Taxpayers affected by flooding in Illinois and Alaska. They have until Oct. 31, 2023, to file. 16 due date.

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CPA Practice

MARCH 18, 2025

An Illinois doctor has pleaded guilty to tax evasion for hiding assets and lying to the IRS about his ability to pay approximately $1.6 million in taxes, penalties, and interest.

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CPA Practice

AUGUST 21, 2023

By Joy Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Businesses that sell marijuana have a heavy federal income tax burden. They are taxed on their income but can’t write off most of their business expenses. Here is the main federal income tax implication. Look for more states to follow suit. _

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The IRS began accepting tax returns in late January, and if you were hoping for a bigger tax refund—or at least a smaller tax bill—in the new year, some tax law changes impacting the upcoming 2022 tax year filing season may dampen your spirits.

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MyIRSRelief

AUGUST 2, 2024

This dichotomy creates a complex tax landscape for cannabis businesses, particularly concerning compliance, audits, and the infamous Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). Get professional tax help by calling our tax firm at 1-877-788-2937. Recordkeeping Good recordkeeping is essential for tax compliance.

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TaxConnex

OCTOBER 8, 2024

But not all search engines – or state tax websites – are created equal. What it’s like typing “sales tax” into that little rectangle with the magnifying glass on each state’s website? Here are first impressions from one-and-done searches for “sales tax” on the revenue site of each state. Connecticut Dept.

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TaxConnex

APRIL 18, 2023

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. New sales taxes are progressing in some states but not all. Alaska, one of the few states still without a statewide sale tax, is considering one as it tries to close a projected revenue shortfall of $450 million heading into the next fiscal year.

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Anders CPA

AUGUST 16, 2022

A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged savings plan which is aimed toward encouraging saving for primary and secondary education expenses. Many taxpayers wonder whether they can contribute to a state plan outside of the state they reside in, and the answer is yes, but it may affect your tax deductions. In-State or Out-of-state 529 Plan?

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CPA Practice

APRIL 3, 2024

A new study by WalletHub revealed that residents of New York state are burdened by taxes the most among the 50 states, while Alaska residents have the lowest tax burden. The following are some key findings from WalletHub’s study: As previously stated, New York has the highest overall tax burden, while Alaska has the lowest.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 12, 2023

million people across the nation (state-by-state list below) have unclaimed refunds for tax year 2019 but face a July 17 deadline to submit their tax return. billion in refunds remain unclaimed because people haven’t filed their 2019 tax returns yet. The Internal Revenue Service says that nearly 1.5 The IRS estimates almost $1.5

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TaxConnex

DECEMBER 29, 2022

New sources of tax revenue, old ones robust but sputtering in spots, tax holidays as political tools amid inflation: It’s been a year of new trends in sales tax. Heading into the new year, state sales tax revenues were up coast to coast, often by double-digit percentages. Add that U.S. Too much or too little?

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

JANUARY 12, 2025

It’s tax time, you’re digging through your records… and your preparer or tax software asks about tax payments you’ve already made. Initially, this was to confirm the amounts of stimulus payments and child tax credit payments. Um, was I supposed to track those? No worries — the IRS did.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

A new study by WalletHub revealed that residents of New York state are burdened by taxes the most among the 50 states, while Alaska residents have the lowest tax burden. The following are some key findings from WalletHub’s study: As previously stated, New York has the highest overall tax burden, while Alaska has the lowest.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Supreme Court has agreed to take up a lower court decision on taxation ( Moore v United States ) that could open or slam the door on a federal wealth tax, it’s worth a deep dive into just how terrible a wealth tax would be for American taxpayers. Second, no matter how it’s positioned, a wealth tax is not based on objective facts.

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

APRIL 11, 2023

It’s that time again… Tax Day is upon us and millions of taxpayers will need to have their returns extended for various reasons. The AICPA has released a “Tax Extension FAQ” for CPA members to share with their clients. Why does my CPA suggest we extend my tax return? • What are the primary benefits of extending my tax return? •

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CTP

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Complex tax laws for filing and deducting gambling winnings and losses provide new hurdles for taxpayers. So, as an accountant of a gambling client, you need to have detailed knowledge about gambling winnings and losses, as well as all the rules and regulations related to tax on gambling income. Social players rarely bet.

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Withum

AUGUST 24, 2023

The choice of where to establish one’s residency prior to a liquidity event can have far-reaching implications regarding income taxes and personal financial goals. Make sure you are considering the type of income when implementing state income tax planning techniques. Conformation to IRC.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 16, 2023

October 16 is this year’s deadline for taxpayers who requested additional time to file their taxes. However, taxes expected to be owed were required to be owed by the original April 18, 2023, deadline. These areas include: Taxpayers affected by flooding in Illinois and Alaska. They have until Oct. 31, 2023, to file. 16 due date.

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Snyder

JUNE 9, 2022

For e-commerce business owners, income tax filing season marks the start of a highly stressful time. Among the taxes that e-commerce businesses need to file, income tax is the most common one. To help you meet the income tax filing season fully armed and prepared, we have compiled a step-by-step guide.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 27, 2023

Increasing the age of when RMDs must begin benefits savers who don’t need the money for current living expenses, as it prolongs their investment timeframe, pushes out the income tax deferral on their account balances, and allows a longer window to consider and complete Roth IRA conversions. reduces this tax to 25% in 2023.

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Illinois voters approved a nonbinding proposal to add an extra 3% levy on annual incomes of more than $1 million, which could fuel a new effort to raise taxes on the state's highest earners.

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CTP

MAY 6, 2024

When the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2018 introduced a new $10,000 cap on state and local tax (SALT) deductions, taxpayers living in areas with high state-level taxes felt the hit. In states that have very low or no state taxes, the SALT cap applies to sales tax and property tax. of taxes due.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Three rounds of stimulus checks—known officially as Economic Impact Payments—were sent by the federal government to income tax filers between March 2020 and March 2021 as a way to offset some of the hardships of the COVID pandemic. “There is no fourth round of [stimulus checks] from the Treasury Department,” he said.

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

APRIL 9, 2023

Reminder: Due to a new law , Illinois S-Corp and Partnership owners should generally pay quarterly IL state ( not federal) taxes through the business. The post below is about how to pay IL taxes personally ; click here for how to make IL business tax payments. and ask you what kind of tax payment you wish to make.

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Whether you’ve been self-employed for ages or are one of many entrepreneurs to have launched a business recently, lowering your taxes is always a savvy business strategy. Here are a dozen deduction tips, provided by the Illinois CPA Society. You can deduct up to 50 percent of your self-employment tax from your income taxes.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us, and while you’re likely busy hunting for the perfect gifts for your loved ones, don’t forget that you can gift yourself something too—a tax break. Here are five tax-savvy money moves to make now. You may also want to consider investing in a future tax break.

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 25, 2024

Navigating state taxes on retirement income is a critical aspect of financial planning for retirees. While federal tax rules apply uniformly across the country, state tax rules can vary widely. Jump to: • State tax on retirement income • Which states do not tax retirement income?

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

JULY 9, 2022

Illinois’ 1% sales tax on groceries will be suspended for the state’s fiscal year, from June 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. This sales tax reprieve is predicted to net approximately $400 million in consumer savings. A printable sign will be available on our website at tax.illinois.gov.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 31, 2023

The IRS began accepting tax returns in late January, and if you were hoping for a bigger tax refund—or at least a smaller tax bill—in the new year, some tax law changes impacting the upcoming 2022 tax year filing season may dampen your spirits.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 18, 2023

One crucial factor to consider when selecting your business location is the tax environment. Business taxes can significantly impact your bottom line and overall profitability. The importance of business taxes As an entrepreneur, you face countless decisions when starting a business.

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Anders CPA

JANUARY 7, 2025

In 2025, there are several updates to various payroll tax withholding limits, including Social Security tax and 401(k) elective deferrals. For employees, the minimum wage is increasing in Missouri and Illinois. Social Security Tax Withholding For 2025, the Social Security tax wage base for employees will increase to $176,100.

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CPA Practice

MARCH 14, 2023

This article was provided by the Illinois CPA Society. Tax season may be in full swing, but there’s still time to make a smart money move that often goes overlooked by taxpayers eager to file their tax returns and pocket their refunds: saving for retirement. Here’s what to know.

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