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Hotel Safe Stay

July 20, 2020 

U.S. Hotel Chains Mandate Face Masks

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), representing most of the nation's hotel chains, has published a “Safe Stay Guest Checklist” for guests on how to travel safely while also creating a standardized safety experience nationwide.

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July 17, 2020 

U.S., U.K. and Other Countries Tackle International Tax Fraud

Leaders from five international tax organizations are marking the two-year anniversary of the formation of the Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) this week. The J5 includes the Australian Taxation Office (ATO, the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA), the Dutch Fiscal Information and Investigation Service (FIOD), Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) from the UK...…

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July 17, 2020 

The Top Income Tax Scams of 2020

This year, the Dirty Dozen focuses on scams that target taxpayers. The criminals behind these bogus schemes view everyone as potentially easy prey. The IRS urges everyone to be on guard all the time and look out for others in their lives.

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July 17, 2020 

How to Track Your 2020 IRS Income Tax Refund

The IRS issues nine out of 10 refunds in less than 21 days, and the fastest way to get a refund is to use IRS e-file and direct deposit. Taxpayers should also know they can have their refunds divided into up to three separate accounts.

PPP Paycheck Protection Program

July 17, 2020 

Paycheck Protection Program and Other Loan Alternatives

In March 2020, President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) to provide emergency assistance and healthcare response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. The Small Business Administration (SBA) received funding and authority through the CARES Act to modify existing loan programs to assist small businesses...…

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July 17, 2020 

IRS Sets PTIN Renewal and Application Fee at $36

Anyone who prepares or substantially helps prepare any federal tax return or claim for refund for compensation must have a valid PTIN from the IRS. The PTIN must be used as the identifying number on returns prepared. Failure to have and use a valid PTIN m