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IRS Revenue Agent Charged With Filing False Tax Returns in Massachusetts

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By Dave Eisenstadter, masslive.com (TNS) A 17-year veteran of the IRS was arrested on Wednesday and charged with filing false personal tax returns for three years and underreporting about $90,000 worth of income, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Joshua Levy’s office. Attorney’s office said. Attorney’s office wrote.

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IRS Gives Tax Relief to Those Affected by Hurricane Lee in Massachusetts and Maine

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The IRS on Monday announced that all individuals and business owners in Maine and Massachusetts now have until Feb. 15, 2024, to file their tax returns and make tax payments because of Hurricane Lee’s impact. Quarterly estimated income tax payments normally due on Sept. So, this is more time to file, not to pay.

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Massachusetts Enacts Single-Sales Apportionment Among Other Tax Provisions

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On October 4, 2023, Massachusetts enacted tax legislation (H.4104), 4104), which will dramatically affect how businesses calculate their Massachusetts income. Historically, most businesses in Massachusetts apportioned income using a three-factor apportionment formula comprising of property, payroll, and double-weighted sales.

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Noteworthy Changes for Massachusetts Income Taxpayers

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Most state income tax systems fall into two categories: progressive tax and flat tax. Massachusetts touts a “flat tax” system. It is equitable, doesn’t punish high-income earners, and everyone is left with the same percentage of after-tax earnings to spend, right? Good News or Bad News?

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Tax Savings Programs for Massachusetts Life Sciences Companies

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Massachusetts Companies The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center Tax Incentive Program application window is now open and is offering lucrative tax savings to eligible companies. 63, §30(17)) Designation as R&D Company for Sales Tax Purposes (pursuant to M.G.L. 62, §6(m) and c. 62, §6(n) and c. 62, §6(m) and c.

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IRS to Try Out Its Free E-Filing Tax Return Program in 13 States Next Year

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According to the IRS, Arizona, California, Massachusetts, and New York have decided to work with the agency to integrate their state taxes into the Direct File pilot program for the 2024 filing season. A free, government-run, online tax-filing system for taxpayers has been talked about as a possibility for many years.

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Investing in a Massachusetts Life Sciences Company and Want To Save Taxes?

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Investors funding early-stage life sciences companies in Massachusetts may be eligible for generous tax incentives under M.G.L. Learn about the Angel Investor Tax Credit and who qualifies, potential tax savings, and how to monetize those savings. 62, § 6(t). Which Investors Qualify? Life Sciences Services. Contact Us.