August 22, 2023
Ex-IRS Employee Sentenced for Selling Morphine That Killed a Co-Worker
Margarita Aispuro-Camacho, a former clerk with the IRS in Fresno, CA, was sentenced Monday to 14 months in prison.
Taxes August 21, 2023
Improving Workpaper Tools and Processes Could Unlock Opportunities for Corporate Tax Professionals
A new survey shows the most urgent workflow challenges faced by tax professionals at large U.S. corporations may be alleviated by the optimization of workpapers processes and tools.
Taxes August 21, 2023
National Land Realty Launches “Land 1031” Exchange Service
1031 exchanges continue to be popular with landowners because of their ability to maximize value for landowners while ensuring a more favorable post-tax financial outcome.
Taxes August 19, 2023
IRS Offers Tax Filing Extensions to Hawaii Wildfire Victims
This IRS relief is available to all residents and businesses in any area designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
August 18, 2023
IRS Agent Fatally Shot Accidentally During Training at Phoenix Gun Range
The shooting occurred Thursday morning at a federal prison’s gun range during routine interagency exercises.
Taxes August 15, 2023
IRS Gives Taxpayers New Faxing Option to Request Relief on Late International Forms
The IRS says this electronic option removes a step in the paper process, which saves time and eases the burden on international taxpayers.
Taxes August 14, 2023
Four Income Tax Breaks for New Parents
You just welcomed a new bundle of joy into the world. But once the euphoria has worn off, you’ll start to realize—if you haven’t already—that kids are expensive.
Taxes August 14, 2023
Trust In Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
Many limitations have been placed on traditional tax shelters over time, but the benefits of “irrevocable life insurance trusts” (ILITs) remain intact.
Taxes August 11, 2023
AI Tax Tech That Sniffs Out Tax Evasion Gets $12.5M in Funding
The system is currently used by major tax agencies around the world, including the Internal Revenue Service's Criminal Investigation Division and multiple states' tax authorities in the U.S.
Taxes August 11, 2023
IRS Warns Employers About Abusive ESOP Schemes
The IRS has concerns that employee stock ownership plans are being used by some wealthy taxpayers as a tax avoidance tool.
Taxes August 11, 2023
Tax Pointers on Mortgage Points
Points paid on a new mortgage are fully deductible if you meet certain tax law requirements. Notably, the acquisition debt must be secured by your principal residence and ...
Taxes August 11, 2023
Some Republicans Crack Open Door to Child Tax Credit Deal
At-risk freshmen and centrist groups in the GOP view the child credit as an important policy tool that has across-the-aisle support.