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Georgia Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty to Federal Tax Fraud Charges

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TNS) A Columbus, GA-based tax preparer has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges that she submitted false claims for tax credits for her clients and also failed to pay her own personal taxes. As tax season is currently underway, citizens should be reminded that committing tax fraud will lead to criminal prosecution.”

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Oct. 16, 2023, is Deadline for Millions Who Filed Tax Extensions; But Many Get More Time Due to Disasters

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Taxpayers affected by recent natural disasters including those impacted by the recent Maui fires and hurricane Idalia in parts of Florida, South Carolina and Georgia. Those in the counties of Maui, Hawaii, and many counties in Florida, South Carolina and Georgia have until Feb. This list continues to be updated regularly.

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10 Best States to Pursue a Career in Accounting

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In a recent study, Tipalti found which states were the best to pursue a career in finance or accounting by analyzing the number of jobs available, average salaries, and university rankings. Here’s which states ranked best for a career in finance or accounting. They also determined the best-paying jobs for finance graduates.

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Oct. 16, 2023, is Deadline for Taxpayers with an Extension

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Taxpayers affected by recent natural disasters including those impacted by the recent Maui fires and hurricane Idalia in parts of Florida, South Carolina and Georgia. Those in the counties of Maui, Hawaii, and many counties in Florida, South Carolina and Georgia have until Feb. This list continues to be updated regularly.

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Monday Morning Accounting News Brief: PwC Cheating Costs Juniors $21k; Watch That Busy Season Stress | 11.20.23

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Here’s an article from AccountancyAge on mental health in the profession : In the precise and structured realm of accounting, the topic of mental health is often an overlooked narrative. Behind the precision of financial statements and the clarity of audits, accountants confront a set of unique challenges. Congrats to both!

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The accountant’s guide to state taxes on retirement income

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Navigating state taxes on retirement income is a critical aspect of financial planning for retirees. While federal tax rules apply uniformly across the country, state tax rules can vary widely. Individuals withdrawing funds from their 401(k) plans may be subject to state income taxes depending on where they reside.

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Copy Amazon’s $0 Tax Strategy! How to Write Off Taxes (Easy Guide)

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For instance, in Georgia alone, where LYFE Accounting is headquartered, the State provides an enormous amount of credits to help and encourage entrepreneurs to start a business and create jobs. In fact, Georgia even publishes an annual 20-page brochure with all of the reasons to start a business here. And we don’t blame them.

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