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Oklahoma Man Pleads Guilty to Employment Tax Scheme

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An Oklahoma man pleaded guilty yesterday to willfully failing to pay employment taxes withheld from his employees’ wages. in Adair, Oklahoma. Goldberg of the Justice Department’s Tax Division; and U.S. Johnson for the Northern District of Oklahoma made the announcement. According to court documents, Donald E.

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Why a Wealth Tax Would Be Horrible for American Taxpayers

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By Bruce Willey, JD, CPA, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Now that the U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to take up a lower court decision on taxation ( Moore v United States ) that could open or slam the door on a federal wealth tax, it’s worth a deep dive into just how terrible a wealth tax would be for American taxpayers.

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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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$1.5 Billion in Unclaimed Tax Refunds from 2019 Set to Expire in July 2023, Says IRS

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By missing out on filing a tax return, people stand to lose more than just their refund of taxes withheld or paid during 2019. Many low- and moderate-income workers may be eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC helps individuals and families whose incomes are below certain thresholds in 2019.

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Employer Payroll Tax Obligations When Employees Work Out-Of-State

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Below we dive into the state and unemployment tax responsibilities employers need to know. Learn more about how we can ensure compliance with state payroll tax withholding requirements and the associated fees by contacting Anders below.

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Key State Tax Changes for 2024

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Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) As we venture into the new year, 2024 brings a wave of changes in state taxes across the country. From gas taxes to property tax amendments and income tax cuts, being aware of these changes is crucial since state and local taxes are among the highest taxes most people pay.

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How the 50 States Rank By Tax Burden

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Unlike tax rates, which vary widely based on an individual’s circumstances, tax burden measures the proportion of total personal income that residents pay toward state and local taxes, according to WalletHub. Maine has the highest property tax burden, while Alabama has the lowest. 1 being the highest and No.