IRS July 16, 2026
The IRS raised the optional standard mileage rates for the remainder of this year. The reason: recent increases in the price of fuel, as gasoline once again inches close to $4 a gallon amid the renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran.
July 15, 2026
July 8, 2026
Taxes January 10, 2025
Currently, only individuals and households that reside or have a business in Los Angeles County qualify for tax relief. However, the same relief will be offered to any counties designated by FEMA in the coming days or weeks.
Taxes January 10, 2025
The IRS expects more than 140 million individual tax returns to be filed ahead of the April 15 federal deadline, with more than half of all tax returns filed this year with the assistance of a tax professional.
Taxes January 9, 2025
Everybody hates the IRS, but many of us love getting a tax refund! Find out when you can expect to get your refund if you file early. Even without a refund loan, you can usually get your refund in 2-3 weeks.
Taxes January 8, 2025
The early availability of the IRS Free File online systems will allow taxpayers to prepare and file their returns before the IRS officially starts accepting them, but they will then be already electronically in line when processing begins.
Taxes January 8, 2025
In her latest annual report to Congress, National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins praised the IRS for a much-improved taxpayer experience but also highlighted several ongoing challenges at the tax agency.
Taxes January 8, 2025
Donald Trump's election with Republican majorities in Congress likely means less funding for tax enforcement. That will hurt economic productivity and efficiency.
Taxes January 7, 2025
Tens of thousands of Northern California fire victims stand to recover millions of dollars in reimbursements for federal taxes paid on wildfire settlements now that the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act finally passed Congress last month and was signed by President Joe Biden on Dec. 12.
Taxes December 23, 2024
The IRS on Dec. 20 released the draft Instructions for Form 6765, Credit for Increasing Research Activities, and is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the form, which is used by taxpayers to claim the research and development tax credit.
Taxes December 23, 2024
CPAs, enrolled agents, and other practitioners would have to maintain technological competency under proposed regulations issued by the Treasury Department and the IRS on Dec. 20, which would update Circular 230.
Taxes December 19, 2024
The optional standard mileage rate for automobiles driven for business will increase by 3 cents in 2025, while the mileage rates for vehicles used for other purposes will remain unchanged from 2024.
Taxes December 12, 2024
The update given by the IRS on Dec. 12 comes as the threat of additional budget cuts from Republicans and a potential new leader of the agency loom once Donald Trump takes office next month and both chambers of Congress are controlled by the GOP.
Taxes December 12, 2024
The latest expansion of the IRS business tax account makes this online self-service tool available to C corporations, the tax agency said on Dec. 12. In addition, designated officials can now access business tax account on behalf of their S corporation or C corporation.