MyIRSRelief

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In case you were not aware of what the FTB is, it is the California board that is responsible for collecting all of the personal income tax and business franchise taxes that are assessed every year for people and companies in California. The board uses several methods to collect owed taxes.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 10, 2024

Today in clients behaving badly, the DoJ announced Friday that Las Vegas restaurateur Raul Gil, who owns and operates three Casa Don Juan restaurants in the city, is headed to prison for 37 months for evading his federal income taxes. In total, Gil caused a tax loss to the IRS of approximately $1.6

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Withum

MARCH 7, 2024

Has the IRS Ramped up the Number of ERC Audits? The IRS has significantly increased the number civil and criminal audits, and it has centralized the audit process. We are seeing and hearing from others that taxpayers are receiving checks, but only after the claims are reviewed and approved, or cleared on audit.

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Cherry Bekaert

MAY 16, 2023

Contributors: John Ford | Senior Consultant, Government Contracting Industry Practice Tony Konkol | Manager, State & Local Tax Practice As a general rule, corporations are responsible for paying Federal and state taxes on the income they earn. This allows S corporations to avoid double taxation on the corporate income.

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MyIRSRelief

JANUARY 2, 2023

Types of IRS tax problems and how to resolve them. There are many types of IRS tax problems that individuals and businesses may encounter. Some common tax problems include: Failing to file a tax return: If you fail to file a tax return (1040, 1120, 1065, 941, etc.),

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MyIRSRelief

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Mike Habib, EA: Your Ally in Navigating Tax Problems Tax issues can be a source of significant stress and confusion. Whether it’s unfiled tax returns, unpaid back taxes, tax audits and appeals, or 941 employment payroll problems, these issues can seem insurmountable.

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MyIRSRelief

APRIL 22, 2024

Navigating tax issues can be daunting, especially when facing audits, unpaid taxes, or payroll problems. This FAQ guide provides insights into common tax problems and solutions available in Corona, CA. What is Audit Representation and How Can It Help Me in Corona, CA?

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CPA Practice

APRIL 26, 2023

With the IRS laser-focused on enforcement, many partnerships will find themselves subject to their first IRS audits under the new procedurally complex partnership audit rules. Under these rules, the default is that the partnership pays an entity-level tax called an “imputed underpayment” (IU) on any adjustments.

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TaxConnex

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

In our blog last week, we looked at how sales and use tax advisory services might be a good new field for CPAs and accounting firms. Another cost-effective approach to adding sales and use tax advisory services: partnering with sales and use tax experts. Compare the state income tax return filings to the state sales tax filings.

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Snyder

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Many small business owners often feel like they might be a heartbeat away from the IRS tax audit. In fact, according to the IRS data , only about 1 percent of taxpayers are facing an audit. percent of small businesses are getting tax audited. What is a tax audit? What does a tax audit mean?

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SMBAccountant

MARCH 8, 2023

One type of accounting that is well-known is tax accounting. According to Investopedia, tax accounting is “a structure of accounting methods focused on taxes rather than the appearance of public financial statements”. Tax accounting applies to individuals, businesses, and corporations.

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CPA Practice

MAY 6, 2023

Suppose you get a letter in the mail from the IRS notifying you that you’re being audited. First things first: Check to see if the IRS will be conducting a correspondence audit or a field audit. Generally, a correspondence audit is less intrusive than a field audit, but both must be taken seriously. Don’t panic.

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MyIRSRelief

OCTOBER 3, 2022

If you own a property, a business, or are employed, you’ll likely have to pay taxes. According to the 16th Amendment in our Constitution, individuals are required to pay taxes from income sources. Taxes can be broken down into three categories: what you purchase, what you own, and what you earn.

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MyIRSRelief

MAY 15, 2024

Nonprofit Tax Service by Mike Habib, EA Nonprofit organizations play a crucial role in society, offering valuable services and advocacy. However, managing tax compliance can be a significant challenge due to the complex nature of tax laws and regulations. Get professional help by calling us at 1-877-78-TAXES [1-877-788-2937].

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) IRS audits raise anxiety for many taxpayers. What can be even more frustrating is when those examinations seem unevenly targeted to taxpayers with lower incomes. That’s been the case with the earned income tax credit (EITC), which has been the subject of recent controversy. (A

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TaxConnex

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Nonprofits are often thought to be exempt from sales taxes, but is that correct? Other stats say more than 2 million charities exist that are tax-exempt according to Internal Revenue Service rules. Are non-profits exempt from sales tax obligations? These same organizations are not necessarily exempt from sales tax.

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Withum

MAY 14, 2024

As discussed in our previous article, The Case for Using a Forensic Accountant , confronting the prospects of a cash-based audit is fraught with potential traps and exposure to civil and criminal penalties, including incarceration. Some other indicia of the diversion of cash revenue will be evident from a review of the income tax returns.

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MyIRSRelief

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts, is a complex tax form that is used to report the income and expenses of estates and trusts. Trust tax preparation can be a challenging task, even for experienced tax preparers. Third, a tax preparer can help you to avoid costly tax penalties and errors.

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CPA Practice

MAY 26, 2023

It is stepping up efforts to audit employers as aggressive promoters continue to make a pitch for fraudulent refunds (IR-203-40, 3/7/23). This type of scheme was recently included on the IRS’ list of the Dirty Dozen tax scams to watch out for in 2023. Practical advice: If you’re tapped for an audit, don’t panic.

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Withum

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

But as with any popular tax credit or deduction, the IRS is sure to be close behind. We’ve written about IRS audits rolling out last July, and the IRS followed up our article with a warning to taxpayers regarding third-party promotion of improper ERC claims. An IRS audit can be scary, but this is especially true with ERC audits.

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Cherry Bekaert

MAY 21, 2024

In addition to these expenses, companies that own private aircraft must also comply with various tax regulations, including properly reporting any personal use of the aircraft by company owners and executives, as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently been targeting this area for audits.

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MyIRSRelief

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Employment taxes can be a complex area for businesses, especially when it comes to Form 941, the Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return. This form is used to report income taxes, social security tax, or Medicare tax withheld from employee’s paychecks, and to pay the employer’s portion of social security or Medicare tax.

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CPA Practice

MAY 25, 2023

It is stepping up efforts to audit employers as aggressive promoters continue to make a pitch for fraudulent refunds (IR-203-40, 3/7/23). This type of scheme was recently included on the IRS’ list of the Dirty Dozen tax scams to watch out for in 2023. Practical advice: If you’re tapped for an audit, don’t panic.

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MyIRSRelief

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Tax anxiety, TAXIETY, comes in different forms of tax problems such as: What is an IRS audit taxiety? An IRS audit is a review or examination of an individual’s or organization’s tax return to ensure that the information is accurate and that the tax return is being filed in compliance with the tax laws.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 6, 2023

If you’re a tax and accounting professional, you’ve likely found yourself answering numerous questions related to your clients’ tax returns. Whether it’s advising on residential energy tax credits or restructuring a partnership, your knowledge and expertise beyond the tax return are valuable.

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

A new work group within the Large Business and International (LB&I) division will be tasked with holding large partnerships and other pass-through businesses accountable to pay the full amount of taxes they owe, the IRS said on Wednesday. Pass-throughs are frequently used by higher-income groups and can be complex tax arrangements.

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Withum

JULY 28, 2022

Multiple businesses notified us this week that their claims for the employee retention credit (ERC) are being audited by the IRS. It is not known whether they were randomly selected for audit or whether they were targeted for some reason. We have written previously about the topics the IRS is likely to inquire about on audit.

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CPA Practice

MARCH 1, 2024

The Internal Revenue Service has announced a new effort focused on high-income taxpayers who have failed to file federal income tax returns in more than 125,000 instances since 2017. With new Inflation Reduction Act funding available, the IRS now has the capacity to do this core tax administration work. “At

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ThomsonReuters

JUNE 16, 2023

Keeping pace with the ever-changing tax regulatory landscape can be difficult and time consuming. Noncompliance can result in hefty fees, penalties, and audits. According to new data released in October 2022 by the IRS, tax gap estimates are on the rise. What is tax regulatory compliance? billion in funding to the IRS.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 5, 2024

TNS) A Kennewick tax preparer cost the United States $42 million in lost tax revenue between 2017 and 2020 after filing tax returns that were riddled with errors, fabrications and fraudulent entries, alleges the Department of Justice. By Annette Cary, Tri-City Herald, Kennewick, Wash. The complaint also asks that U.S.

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Withum

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In a recently issued notice, #IR 2023-126, the IRS warns that the government is coming after high-income taxpayers who fail to file a tax return. Because examining tax returns is an inherently labor-intensive process, the budget cuts of the last decade have dramatically reduced the Service’s capacity to conduct investigations.

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ThomsonReuters

MAY 12, 2022

What triggers a sales tax audit and how do you reduce the risk of an audit? Almost all companies undergo a sales tax audit at some point. This sales tax audit guide can help indirect tax teams avoid common audit triggers and manage the sales tax audit as smoothly as possible.

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TaxConnex

APRIL 20, 2021

This time of year, everybody’s mind is on income tax preparation. The fact is, when it comes to many companies’ federal and state income tax returns, they don’t rely on an automated income tax return. Why should sales tax be any different? Managing a tax calendar.

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xendoo

JULY 6, 2023

Generally, the chances of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) auditing you are low. For most taxpayers, the audit rate is less than 1% to 2%. However, businesses tend to have more complex tax returns, so auditing is a concern. How far back can the IRS audit you? How far back can the IRS audit tax returns?

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xendoo

JULY 6, 2023

Generally, the chances of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) auditing you are low. For most taxpayers, the audit rate is less than 1% to 2%. However, businesses tend to have more complex tax returns, so auditing is a concern. How far back can the IRS audit you? How far back can the IRS audit tax returns?

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CTP

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Complex tax laws for filing and deducting gambling winnings and losses provide new hurdles for taxpayers. So, as an accountant of a gambling client, you need to have detailed knowledge about gambling winnings and losses, as well as all the rules and regulations related to tax on gambling income. Social players rarely bet.

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

APRIL 11, 2023

It’s that time again… Tax Day is upon us and millions of taxpayers will need to have their returns extended for various reasons. The AICPA has released a “Tax Extension FAQ” for CPA members to share with their clients. This extends the due date for submitting your individual return to October 15. • What does this mean?

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