Taxes December 12, 2025
IRS Says Financial Crimes Surged Nearly 16% in 2025—Up to $10.6B
Of the $10.59 billion, $4.5 billion resulted from tax fraud, marking an increase of 111.8% from FY24, the agency said this week.
Taxes May 7, 2023
Augusta Rule Provides Tax Savings for Real Estate Rentals
Originally included in Public Law 97-455 passed in October 1976, Section 280(A)(g) was added to allow personal residences to be rented for 14 days or less with the rental income not includible in gross income.
Taxes May 6, 2023
What to Do if Your Taxes Get Audited
Check to see if the IRS will be conducting a correspondence audit or a field audit. It makes a big difference in how you should handle things.
Taxes May 5, 2023
Senator Demands IRS Pays Employee Retention Credits Still Owed to Small Businesses
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand says nearly a million businesses are owed an ERC for keeping their staff on payroll during the pandemic.
Taxes May 4, 2023
Income Tax Deduction or Credit? It Matters
Absent unusual circumstances, a credit on your return is more valuable than a deduction, by far. It’s a no-brainer. Nevertheless, there are certain times when a deduction would be preferable.
Taxes May 4, 2023
Certain TurboTax Users Could Receive Up to $85 Each in Free File Settlement
Last year Intuit agreed to pay millions for tricking low-income tax filers into paying for services that should have been free.
Taxes May 3, 2023
There is Only One Minivan Eligible for EV Tax Credits
The list of electric vehicles that qualify for the full $7,500 incentive under the Inflation Reduction Act is down to 10.
Taxes May 3, 2023
Beyoncé Fighting IRS Over Alleged $2.69 Million in Back Taxes
The music and fashion icon has filed a petition disputing the IRS's claim and has requested a trial over the matter.
Taxes April 28, 2023
The IRS is Trying to Change the Way Businesses Report Tips
The IRS's proposed SITCA program seeks to streamline reporting—and, of course, increase tax compliance.
Taxes April 27, 2023
IRS Agent Seeks Whistleblower Status to Discuss Problems with Hunter Biden Tax Probe
The agent claims the IRS mishandled an investigation into Hunter Biden and wants to disclose concerns about his taxes.
Taxes April 26, 2023
South Carolina Return Preparer Pleads Guilty to Filing False Tax Returns
The total tax loss from his criminal conduct was approximately $320,000.
Taxes April 26, 2023
Partnerships Face Increased Tax Audit Risk
Here are the five time-sensitive actions that a partnership or its representative should take within 30 days of receiving the notice of selection for examination.
Taxes April 24, 2023
What to Do if You Missed the April 18 IRS Income Tax Filing Deadline
Taxpayers who owe and missed the deadline without requesting an extension should file quickly to limit penalties and interest.