Taxes December 17, 2025
Trump Announces $1,776 ‘Warrior Dividend’ Bonuses for Active Military and Some Reserves
The "Warrior Dividend" President Donald Trump announced Dec. 17 is $1,776 and will be sent to service members before Christmas.
Special Section: Guide to 2025 Tax Changes November 10, 2025
Silver Tax Lining for Disaster Area Victims in the New Tax Law – OBBBA Tax Changes
If a client suffers a personal casualty loss before the end of the year, rush to their tax aid. They may want to speed up tax relief by filing an amended return.
Special Section: Guide to 2025 Tax Changes November 10, 2025
New Tax Law Gives Employers More Leeway on 1099s – OBBBA Tax Law Changes
It must seem like the annual threshold of $600 has been in place forever to long-time payroll managers and CPAs. In fact, it hasn’t budged an inch since 1954!
Special Section: Guide to 2025 Tax Changes November 10, 2025
Lock Up Home Energy Credits Before 2026 – OBBBA Tax Law Changes
The OBBBA shuts the door completely on the Energy Efficient Home Credit for property placed in service after 2025, and the Residential Clean Energy Credit for expenses incurred after 2025.
Income Tax November 10, 2025
Trump Pardons Baseball Legend Darryl Strawberry on Tax Evasion Charge
President Donald Trump is granting a pardon to former baseball star Darryl Strawberry, who pleaded guilty three decades ago to tax evasion, according to a White House official.
Income Tax November 10, 2025
If Georgia Drops Income Tax, Will Sales Taxes Rise?
Other states rely heavily on sales taxes, but a key lawmaker, Georgia state Sen. Blake Tillery (R-Vidalia), wants to target "corporate welfare" instead.
Taxes November 6, 2025
IRS Grants Penalty Relief for Reporting Tips and Overtime Under OBBBA
The Treasury Department and the IRS issued guidance on Nov. 5 providing penalty relief to employers and other payors for tax year 2025 on the new information reporting rules for cash tips and qualified overtime compensation in the tax-and-spending law.
Taxes November 6, 2025
IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule for 2026 – Tax Refund Calendar
This chart makes it easy to estimate when you will likely get your income tax refund, based on when and how you file. No form entry required.
Taxes November 5, 2025
IRS Says Direct File Won’t Be Around for 2026 Tax Filing Season
In an email sent to comptrollers in the 25 states that partner with the agency on Direct File, the IRS said the program won't be provided next year and "no launch date has been set for the future."
Taxes October 31, 2025
Major Life Events Prompt More Americans to Turn to Tax Preparers for Advice, Survey Finds
A survey commissioned by TaxSlayer Pro found that while most people still file their own taxes, the data suggests that many hand things over to a tax professional once their life—and finances—become more complicated.
Taxes October 29, 2025
IRS Tax Lien Revealed Against Miami Heat’s Terry Rozier, Who Was Arrested in NBA Gambling Scandal
ESPN reported that the IRS filed a $8,218,211 federal income tax lien in Broward County, FL, where Rozier has a residence, against the Miami Heat guard in November 2023.
Taxes October 29, 2025
It’s PTIN Renewal Season: IRS Reminds Tax Pros of Deadline
To prepare and file taxes for other taxpayers, professionals must have a PTIN and renew it annually. The cost for the 2026 calendar year is $18.75.
Taxes October 28, 2025
IRS Data Shows Average Tax Refund Amount Up Nearly 2% From Last Year
With the Oct. 15 deadline for extension filers now in the rear-view mirror, the IRS last week released updated 2025 tax season statistics, which show a slight uptick in total tax returns received and the average tax refund amount compared to mid-October of 2024.