Taxes November 5, 2026
IRS Adjusts Tax Brackets, Standard Deduction for Tax Year 2027
The IRS has released the tax year 2027 annual inflation adjustments for nearly 70 tax provisions.
Taxes February 19, 2025
Should You Report Cryptocurrency on FATCA Form 8938?
As it has become a more common asset among your average investors, these folks have had many questions about the tax implications of investing in cryptocurrency, or virtual currency, as it is also known. The answers can be somewhat complicated.
Taxes February 19, 2025
Nevada Lawmaker Trying Again to Kill Federal Excise Tax on Sports Bets
The quarter percent federal excise tax, also known as the handle tax, "does nothing except penalize legal gaming operators for creating thousands of jobs," said U.S. Rep. Dina Titus, D-Las Vegas.
Taxes February 18, 2025
Should You Use Your Tax Refund to Pay Off Debt?
A refund has the potential to make a serious dent. The average refund amount in 2024 was $3,138, according to the IRS. But is paying down debt the best way to spend that money?
Taxes February 17, 2025
Trump Cabinet Member Blames Democrats for IRS Audit
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth accused former President Joe Biden’s administration of rushing an IRS audit into him in a post to social media platform X on Monday.
Taxes February 16, 2025
IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule for 2025 – Could IRS Layoffs Delay Tax Refunds?
Updated Feb. 16, 2025. Tax season has just begun, but it may be about to get more difficult for taxpayers and tax preparers such as CPAs and accountants. The move could also delay income tax refunds. The IRS started accepting income tax returns on January 27, 2025, which means tax filing season is officially upon...…
Taxes February 16, 2025
IRS Could Lay Off 15,000 Staff This Week, During Peak Tax Season
According to ABC News and the Associated Press, up to 15,000 workers at the Internal Revenue Service could be laid off from their positions in the next week.
Taxes February 15, 2025
CPA Weekly Tax News Roundup – Feb. 16, 2025
The CPA Practice Advisor Weekly Tax News Roundup is a weekly recap of tax-related news from the past week. From IRS news and tax court cases, to state, SALT, legislation and other related areas, the roundup can help you catch-up on recent changes. === Let us know if you like this new feature using the...…
Taxes February 14, 2025
Average 2025 Tax Refunds Up by More Than $300, IRS Says
Data released on Feb. 14 by the IRS shows the average refund is coming in at $2.065, up from $1,741 in 2024.
AICPA February 14, 2025
AICPA Highlights Key Concerns for Individuals to Keep in Mind During 2024 Tax Season
As taxpayers navigate the challenges of tax season, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is identifying areas individual filers to be aware of for this filing season.
Taxes February 13, 2025
New IRS Guidance on Cryptocurrency Complicates Reporting But Includes Temporary Safe Harbor
With cryptocurrency's increase in popularity, the IRS has introduced some complicated reporting requirements to ensure compliance with U.S. tax laws.
Taxes February 12, 2025
Mastering Tax Season: 4 Ways to Manage Unprepared or Late Clients
Make sure to explain how their current pricing tier doesn’t include the things they need and how your additional services can help them stay on top of taxes throughout the year.
Taxes February 11, 2025
$1,928 is the Average Refund Amount So Far This Tax Season
Since the start of the 2025 tax filing season on Jan. 27, the IRS has issued 3.23 million refunds with an average refund amount of $1,928 as of Jan. 31, the agency said last week.