Taxes February 13, 2026
Tax Court Slams Brakes on Charitable Deduction
The Tax Court immediately nixed the deduction because of the inadequate substantiation and the lack of any appraisal for high-income items.
Taxes September 23, 2025
IRS to Phase Out Paper Refund Checks for Taxpayers Beginning Sept. 30
The IRS will begin phasing out paper tax refund checks for taxpayers starting Sept. 30, marking a major shift toward electronic payments, the agency said Tuesday.
Taxes September 23, 2025
New Tax Law Brings Major Changes to Tax Rules for Tips – OBBBA Tax Law Changes
The new tax law—the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—creates a limited tax deduction for tips received by workers, starting in 2025. However, this new tax break is only temporary.
Taxes September 23, 2025
Michigan Nursing Home Sues IRS, Claiming It’s Owed a $4.9M Employee Retention Credit
Thornapple Manor has filed suit against the IRS, alleging that it hasn’t received $4.9 million in refunds that it was eligible for under a pandemic-era tax credit.
Taxes September 23, 2025
IRS Provides Tax Relief to Livestock Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by Drought
The IRS issued guidance on Sept. 22 that provides tax relief for farmers and ranchers in every state except for Alaska who sold or exchanged livestock because of "exceptional, extreme, or severe" drought conditions.
Taxes September 23, 2025
New House Bill Would Expand No Tax on Overtime to All Union Workers
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) announced Sept. 19 that she has introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure that all union workers benefit from the “no tax on overtime” provision that was included in President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Taxes September 22, 2025
Milwaukee Residents Receive Tax Relief From IRS After Flash Floods
Residents and business owners in three Wisconsin counties—Milwaukee, Washington, and Waukesha—now have until Feb. 2, 2026, to file various federal tax returns and make tax payments after flash floods swept through southeast Wisconsin in August.
Taxes September 22, 2025
What Happens if There’s a Federal Government Shutdown?
Congress is staring down a Sept. 30 deadline to extend federal funding and avoid a government shutdown after competing proposals from Republicans and Democrats were blocked Friday in the Senate.
Taxes September 19, 2025
Fetterman Breaks with Party Over Tactics to Keep Obamacare Tax Subsidies
Congressional Democrats won't get any help from Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) as they risk a government shutdown in a bid to extend expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Taxes September 19, 2025
AICPA Provides Recommendations to Simplify Filing for Complex Tax Issues Like Foreign Investments and Charitable Deductions
In a letter submitted to the Treasury Department and the IRS, the American Institute of CPAs has requested the improvement of several tax forms used by estates and trusts.
Taxes September 19, 2025
IRS, Treasury Release Guidance on ‘No Tax on Tips’ Deduction, Which Occupations Qualify
The Treasury Department and the IRS issued proposed regulations on Sept. 19 that confirm the occupations eligible for the deduction, which excludes any tips received for "illegal activity" and "pornographic activity."
Payroll September 18, 2025
Tax Changes to Overtime Pay Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Tax Act – OBBBA Tax Law Changes
Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), employees can deduct overtime pay in certain situations—no questions asked.
Taxes September 17, 2025
New Tax Law Sweetens the Deal for Seniors and Retirement Benefits – OBBBA Tax Law Changes
The new legislation includes a new tax deduction for senior citizens that sweetens the tax pot when they file their personal returns. This new deduction takes effect in 2025 and is scheduled to end after 2028.