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Your Tax Guide to Professional Gaming

Withum

In 2024, professional gaming and streaming is a lucrative path for those with the skills and charisma to hold a crowd. Those that receive 1099-NEC should report this income within Schedule C of their 1040 income tax return, unless that individual created a company specifically for their Esports activities.

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

CPA Practice

However, if you are among the 68 million people expected to place bets on the big game, you need to know that taxes are part of the equation. So, as we start tax season, here’s what you need to know about what your Super Bowl bet has to do with your tax return. Super Bowl 2024 is on Sunday, Feb.

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Safeguarding your practice: Rethinking client relationships as DIY tax returns become a reality

Mark Lee

I had thought this might not happen until MTD for income tax becomes a reality. The Rise of DIY Tax Returns This year, in the Facebook groups I frequent, a number of magicians, speakers and consultants have been almost boasting about ho, for the first time, they have completed their own tax returns.

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Professional tax help Chicago: Taxpayers Facing Tax Audits, Back Taxes, and 941 Payroll Tax Problems

MyIRSRelief

Chicago, Illinois is home to numerous businesses and individuals who may face tax-related challenges such as tax audits, back taxes, and payroll tax problems. The process of resolving tax issues can be overwhelming and stressful for taxpayers, and seeking professional (EA, CPA, Lawyer) tax help can be a wise decision.

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Tax Pros Help Clients Deal with Smaller Refunds

CPA Practice

By Tim Grant, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS) The stimulus benefits that have been fattening income tax returns for the past few years are gone. But since the stock market didn’t do so well last year, investors who sold at a loss can at least expect a lower tax bill. This year, the tax-filing deadline is April 18.

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How ERP Systems Can Ease Burdens for Tax Teams 

Withum

Did you know that ERP systems can be a game-changer for your tax teams, making tax-related activities a breeze and boosting overall efficiency? The tax applications within an ERP system can speed up tax-related activities, including tax calculation, reporting, compliance and optimization.

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How the “Wild West” of Tax Preparation Led to Massive ERC Issues

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James Creech, a senior manager with Baker Tilly’s tax advocacy and controversy team, explained that the origin of the current issues with the ERC can be traced back to before the health emergency and the absence of tax preparer oversight. “Tax preparation is kind of the Wild West,” Creech began.