December 21, 2018
2019 Income Tax Refund Chart: Estimate When You Will Get Your IRS Tax Refund
Wondering when you will get your 2019 income tax refund? We have the answer in a simple chart. (See below.)
December 20, 2018
Where’s My 2019 IRS Tax Refund?
Friday, Feb. 1, 2019 (maybe) -- But more likely, Friday, Feb. 8. (March 1 if EITC.) The IRS usually starts accepting returns around the third week of January, but with major changes to tax law this year, and the tax forms, there is a very good chance ...
November 26, 2018
How Fast Can I Get My 2019 Income Tax Refund? Quick Answers to IRS Questions
Friday, Feb. 1, 2019 (maybe) -- But more likely, Friday, Feb. 8 or 15... Probably in February, because of the changes to the tax laws this year, and because those with certain tax credits have to wait longer to protect against fraud.
November 21, 2018
How Long Does it Take to Get My Tax Refund? 2019 Income Tax Refund Chart
Once you file and the IRS accepts your return, it usually takes about 7-10 days to get your income tax refund if you use direct deposit and you e-filed your return. However, it may take up to 21 days. This chart shows when to expect your refund.
November 20, 2018
When Will You Get Your 2019 IRS Income Tax Refund? Tax Refund Date Chart
This chart shows an estimated timeline for when a taxpayer is likely to receive their refund. If yours is delayed, use the "Where's My Refund?"tool on the IRS website - Or download the IRS2Go app to check your refund status.
November 19, 2018
What’s the Earliest You Can Get Your Income Tax Refund in 2019
So, what's the earliest a person can get their tax refund back? With all the talk about tax reform, many taxpayers are eager to get their refunds this year. Will it be higher or lower?
November 9, 2018
Tax Reform Eliminates Deductions for Work Expenses, Mileage
Effective for 2018 through 2025, the TCJA completely eliminates the Schedule A deduction for miscellaneous expenses. This change can be especially harmful to employees who pay job-related expenses out of their own pocket.
October 11, 2018
Business Meals are Deductible Again, But Not Entertainment, Says IRS
Previously, a business taxpayer could deduct 50% of the cost of qualified entertainment expenses, if those expenses were properly substantiated. This included entertainment that was “directly-related” to or “associated with” the business.
August 30, 2018
Why Accounting Firms Should Niche in the Medical Marijuana Industry
All medical marijuana growers and dispensaries have very specific accounting requirements and are need of qualified Accountants and Bookkeepers to help them stay compliant as well as stay on top of their cash flow, inventory management, and ...
August 6, 2018
Manafort’s CPA Admits to Cooking the Books
Accountant Cindy Laporta testified that Gates had sent her backdated documents to reduce Manafort’s tax liability in support of the existence of such loans. In one instance, Laporta says that Manafort leaned on her to help when his bookkeeper wouldn’t.
August 3, 2018
Bill Would Allow IRS to License and Regulate Tax Preparers
The Protecting Taxpayers Act (S.3278) would "amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide additional protections to taxpayers," according to the official description. The bill was referred to the Senate Finance Committee. The bill is still a ...
July 3, 2018
The New Postcard Size IRS Form 1040 for 2019
The Internal Revenue Service has released a prototype of the new Form 1040 that hundreds of millions of Americans use to file their annual taxes. The new "postcard sized" form will be used for the 2018 income tax year, which most Americans will file ...