Taxes July 15, 2026
Make the IRS an Offer It Can’t Refuse
The IRS won’t agree to an offer-in-compromise unless the amount offered is equal to or greater than the reasonable collection potential.
Taxes June 29, 2026
Tax Court Reviews ‘Cohan Rule’ in New Business Expense Case
There’s no substitute for keeping accurate records that can prove the existence and amount of deductible expenses.
Small Business June 26, 2026
Tax Court Doesn’t Horse Around in New Hobby Loss Case
After examining all the evidence, the Tax Court ruled that the activity doesn’t rise to the level of a business. Result: All the loss deductions are denied.
Benefits June 25, 2026
Don’t Forget About Tax on Social Security Benefits
Seniors can lower their PI via capital losses, annuities, growth stocks, life insurance, or IRA contributions.
Small Business June 23, 2026
Future Tax Rewards for Sales of Qualified Small Business Stock
This tax benefit was recently preserved and enhanced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Now business owners have even more flexibility than before.
State and Local Taxes June 16, 2026
District Court Refuses to Shake Up SALT Cap
If your clients reside in a state where they would qualify for such a workaround, act sooner rather than later.
Taxes June 16, 2026
Bask in Tax Breaks for Vacation Home Rentals
Generally, you can claim tax deductions for this second home within generous limits if you itemize on your tax return.
Taxes May 22, 2026
Taxes and Marriage: Innocent Spouse Relief Isn’t Guaranteed Forever
Although an “innocent spouse” may be absolved of their tax responsibilities, a Tax Court case shows that this special tax protection may be forfeited if the spouse later becomes aware of improprieties.
Taxes May 21, 2026
Summer Camps May Qualify for Dependent Care Tax Credit
The credit isn’t limited to just day care centers and other traditional childcare services.
Taxes May 18, 2026
What’s the Tax Verdict on Deducting Legal Fees?
As evidenced by a new Tax Court decision, Rosso, TC Memo 2025-115, 11/6/25, payment of fees relating to some types of legal actions may still be deductible.
Taxes May 11, 2026
New Court Case Paves Way for Additional Disaster Refund Claims
The main issue contested in the new case was whether section 7508A relief should be applied broadly to taxpayer responsibilities or be limited by IRS pronouncements.
Taxes April 29, 2026
IRS Increases Foreign Earned Income Tax Breaks
In a new ruling, Notice 2026-25, 4/7/26, the IRS has bolstered a couple of tax breaks available to taxpayers working abroad.
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CPA, CITP, CGMA
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CPA, CITP, CGMA
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CPA, CITP, CEO and Founder of C3 Evolution Group
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CPA, CITP, CEO
Ken Berry, JD
CPA Practice Advisor Tax Correspondent
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MCS, MCP
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CPA, CITP, CGMA
