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House Bill Proposes to End Social Security Tax for Retirees

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The You Earned It, You Keep It Act is referred to as a “win-win” by its sponsor, Minnesota Rep. It’s a tax cut for seniors and a way to ensure more Americans can depend on the Social Security benefits they’ve earned,” Rep. The list of states that tax Social Security has grown smaller in recent years. Angie Craig (D-Minn.).

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Payroll Taxes Demystified: A Breakdown for Accountants and CPAs Serving Business Owners

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These taxes fund social insurance programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment benefits. Here’s a quick breakdown of payroll taxes: Federal Income Tax Withholding : Employers must withhold federal income tax from employees’ wages based on their W-4 Forms and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidelines.

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Is Tax Relief on the Horizon for Marijuana Businesses?

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By Joy Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Businesses that sell marijuana have a heavy federal income tax burden. They are taxed on their income but can’t write off most of their business expenses. Here is the main federal income tax implication. Look for more states to follow suit. _

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Tax-Free States? Pay No Income Tax in These 9 Tax-Friendly States!

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US taxpayers pay over $1 trillion in state income taxes every year. But what if you could pay $0 in state taxes? You can pay absolutely nothing in state taxes, just by packing up your bags and moving to a tax-free state. What are State Taxes? Top 10 States With The Highest Income. Oregon – 9.9%.

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IRS Launches Tax Professional Awareness Week

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We continue to urge taxpayers who need help to reach out to a trusted tax professional, including those who work with recognized national organizations.” The IRS reminds taxpayers to make sure they choose a trusted, respected tax professional for help. The IRS has more information available to help taxpayers select a tax professional.

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Betting on the Super Bowl? Don’t Forget About Taxes

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Sports betting is illegal in Alabama, Alaska, California, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Utah. Gambling winnings tax If you are one of the millions to place a bet this year, you need to know that the IRS considers sports betting to be gambling. Usually, the payer (e.g.,

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The accountant’s guide to state taxes on retirement income

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As an accountant, understanding state tax considerations for various sources of retirement income — including pensions, Social Security benefits, 401(k) and IRA distributions, Thrift Savings Plans (TSPs), and military retirement income — is crucial in helping your clients minimize their tax liability and make the most of their golden years.