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IRS-CI warns about sports betting and taxes

Accounting Today

With football season now underway, the Internal Revenue Service's Criminal Investigation unit is urging taxpayers to play by the rules when it comes to sports betting.

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Cashflow Strategies for the Sports & Entertainment Industry

KROST

This is one of the articles in the KROST Industry Sports & Entertainment Issue, titled “Understanding the Complexities of Tax for Professional Athletes” by Alan Lo. The post Cashflow Strategies for the Sports & Entertainment Industry appeared first on KROST. CPA, MAcc & Randall Poe.

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IRS cracks down on illegal sports betting

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service's Criminal Investigation division is targeting illegal activity tied to sports betting as the pro football season gets underway.

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Client Accounting Service Strategies for Success in the Sports & Entertainment Industry

KROST

This is one of the articles in the KROST Industry Sports & Entertainment Issue, titled “Client Accounting Service Strategies for Success in the Sports & Entertainment Industry” by Stacey R. The post Client Accounting Service Strategies for Success in the Sports & Entertainment Industry appeared first on KROST.

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How States Tax Sports Betting: A Comparative Analysis

Withum

When it comes to sports betting, taxes play a crucial role in shaping the industry. In May 2018, the Supreme Court invalidated The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), a federal law enacted in 1992 restricting sports betting in most states. The state levies a tax rate of 36% on sports betting revenue.

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Premier Sports Network Adds Withum as Player Care Partner for Accounting Services

Withum

Premier Sports Network is proud to announce its new agreement with Withum, a Top 25 national accounting firm with expertise in professional athlete accounts. Withum’s Professional Sports Practice helps traditional athletes and professional esports, sports teams and clubs navigate complex tax regulations in an industry unlike any other.

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IRS-CI Urges Sports Bettors to Play By the Rules This Football Season

CPA Practice

5, the IRS Criminal Investigation unit reminded taxpayers that illegal sports gambling can result in criminal charges ranging from money laundering to tax evasion. The annual revenue from the illegal sports betting market in the U.S. IRS-CI also noted that nearly 50% of Americans have bet on sports at some point in time.

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