Accounting Today

JULY 24, 2025

Sole owner of Zion Outfitter, an outdoor retailer in Springdale, Utah, he handled the company finances and provided CPAs with information and records to prepare tax forms to submit to the IRS. He underreported his taxable personal income, which resulted in his evading at least $1.9 million in income tax. million in taxes.

Tax

CPA Practice

AUGUST 5, 2025

in Texas Calvetti Ferguson has added San Antonio, TX-based Randy Walker & Co., 1, in a deal involving two of the 100 largest accounting firms by revenue in the U.S. Jason Bramwell Mergers and Acquisitions August 5, 2025  Calvetti Ferguson Acquires Randy Walker & Co.

Virginia

Accounting Today

JUNE 26, 2025

Texas: CPA Robert A. During the 2016 through 2022 tax years, Gibson prepared at least 135 returns containing fraudulent information, causing a loss to the IRS of at least $125,197, which Gibson has agreed to pay in restitution. Sanossian, Scarsdale, indefinite from March 11, 2025. Oregon: CPA Peter J. Pennsylvania: CPA Michael A.

Tax

CPA Practice

JULY 18, 2025

Brian Tankersley , Randy Johnston Mergers and Acquisitions July 17, 2025  Doeren Mayhew Acquires Reimer McGuinness Hess in Texas The top 60 accounting firm has acquired Houston CPA firm Reimer McGuinness Hess CPAs & Advisors, growing its presence in the market, effective July 1.

Technology

CPA Practice

JULY 14, 2025

OBannon Four tax preparers convicted of defrauding the IRS of nearly $8 million have been sentenced to a combined 105 months in federal prison, the acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Nancy E. Larson announced earlier in July. in restitution. in restitution. in restitution.

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Accounting Today

JULY 15, 2025

EDT 2 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Members of a firefighter crew assist in recovery efforts in Hunt, Texas, on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Eli Hartman/Bloomberg Individuals and businesses in Texas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding that began on July 2 now have until next Feb. 15, 2025, and Jan.

Texas

CPA Practice

JULY 7, 2025

For example, there’s no general business license requirement in Texas , but new businesses must register with the Texas Secretary of State and may need to register with additional regulatory agencies. Most registration requirements in Texas are at the city and county level.

Technology

CPA Practice

AUGUST 1, 2025

It was later expanded to include 25 states, including California, New York, Florida, Texas, Illinois, North Carolina and Pennsylvania. Residents of these 25 states reporting W-2 wage income, Social Security income, retirement income, and other credits and deductions are able to use the free service.

Technology

CPA Practice

JUNE 23, 2025

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Missouri

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In this white paper, we break down the key federal payroll laws, explore important compliance insights, highlight the role of technology, and provide practical tips for maintaining compliance. federal payroll compliance is an ongoing process that requires vigilance and dedication. Fill out the form below to access this resource.

payroll

CPA Practice

JULY 31, 2025

Some states, like Florida and Arizona, already have extensive tax credit scholarship systems. Others, including Texas, are building new infrastructure such as statewide voucher programs and education savings accounts, known as ESAs. billion by 2030, The Texas Tribune reported.

Arizona

CPA Practice

JULY 10, 2025

1 Spot on CNBC’s Top States for Business List North Carolina bested Texas, Florida, Virginia and Ohio to finish No. 1 Spot on CNBC’s Top States for Business List North Carolina bested Texas, Florida, Virginia and Ohio to finish No. 1 on CNBC’s latest annual ranking of best states for business. Visit charlotteobserver.com.

North Carolina

CPA Practice

JULY 17, 2025

New York, Nevada and Texas saw the largest unadjusted increases, while claims fell in Michigan, New Jersey and Tennessee. OBannon Payroll July 17, 2025  Seniors Call for Social Security Catchup Payments as Latest COLA Estimate for 2026 is Out While the latest projection from The Senior Citizens League shows a.1% and Intel Corp.

Technology

CPA Practice

JULY 12, 2023

Inevitably, your clients with growing businesses will want to hire, so you’ll be better able to help them if you have a clear understanding of the differences between SUI (state unemployment insurance) and SIT (state income tax) and how they affect your clients’ businesses. Some states require employers to pay additional payroll taxes.

income tax

CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

As accountants and CPAs, dealing with payroll taxes is essential to managing finances for your business clients. Understanding the details of payroll taxes helps you better assist your clients in fulfilling their obligations and maximizing tax efficiency. By Nellie Akalp. for both employees and employers.

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TaxConnex

JANUARY 4, 2024

As of this fall, Ohio’s sales tax exemptions added diapers, creams and wipes, child-restraint devices or booster seats, cribs and strollers and Texas stopped collecting sales tax on baby products like diapers and wipes, as well as menstrual products. National sales tax H.R.25 Texas state sales tax revenue totaled $3.57

Sales

Anders CPA

MAY 23, 2023

Remote workers have become a staple of the workplace, but hiring out-of-state employees can lead to payroll tax complications. Multi-state payroll tax withholding done incorrectly can lead to penalties and interest for employers and create tax headaches for employees.

payroll tax

Cherry Bekaert

APRIL 22, 2024

However, all job creation incentives typically require: 1) A minimum net job increase 2) Maintained jobs 3) Operations in certain industries or activities Jobs Tax Credits may be claimed on a retroactive basis in Georgia, South Carolina, Mississippi, Tennessee and Virginia in any open tax years. taxable wages for up to 15 years.

South Carolina

CPA Practice

AUGUST 2, 2024

ITEP estimated tax payments including sales and excise taxes, property taxes paid directly or on taxes folded into rent payments, and payroll taxes, which are paid either through paycheck withholding or filing income tax returns.

Tax

Snyder

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Payroll taxes can be daunting for employers to calculate and pay. With the numerous tax laws, regulations and compliance requirements, employers are required to be up-to-date on the latest regulations to ensure they’re making accurate and timely payroll tax payments. It is not intended to provide any tax advice.

payroll tax

Anders CPA

MAY 15, 2023

This changing employment landscape requires employers to reassess their payroll tax withholding processes to ensure you are withholding the proper amount of state, local and unemployment taxes from your employees’ wages. Below we dive into the state and unemployment tax responsibilities employers need to know.

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ThomsonReuters

MARCH 22, 2021

So, why the brief history lesson on American Colony taxes? To illustrate the point that there are a lot of taxes to keep up with, even back in Colonial times. For payroll, in particular, there are a number of taxes. Is there interest on the late taxes? A number of those pages will directly affect payroll.

payroll

CPA Practice

MARCH 21, 2023

Seven of the top 10 cities are in Texas, a state known for low taxes. Across the 10 Texas cities SmartAsset analyzed, a $100,000 salary was worth an average of about $78,000 after taxes and adjusting for cost of living. The fastest growing cities are in the south and the west, according to the U.S. ©2023 Bloomberg L.P.

Tennessee

CPA Practice

MARCH 7, 2023

If the IRS believes salaries are below the typical wage for those positions because the business is trying to avoid paying payroll taxes, the company will lose its S Corp status. The IRS is Watching The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) closely monitors S Corps owners to ensure they take (and pay) “reasonable salaries” to all employees.

New Hampshire

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Some key factors to evaluate include: Tax rates Tax rates vary widely across states. Some states have higher corporate income tax rates, while others offer lower rates or no tax at all. Property tax rates can vary significantly, impacting the cost of owning or leasing business space.

business tax

CPA Practice

AUGUST 26, 2024

Download the guide to ensure your next payroll software platform is the right one. Download the e-book today and take the first step toward positioning your firm for success with the power of collaboration. Sign in or subscribe to get access to this free resource, and all of our whitepapers.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Download the guide to ensure your next payroll software platform is the right one. IRIS works with thousands of CPA firms in North America, including 52 of the top 100 CPA firms in the US, and provides innovative solutions to serve accountancy customers in the North American market, making IRIS the go-to partner for CPAs.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 23, 2024

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Rhode Island

xendoo

JANUARY 16, 2023

How Are Small Businesses Taxed? Depending on your business structure and income, you may be subject to one or more types of taxes. The term refers to when the IRS taxes the same income twice—once at the corporation level and again on an individual shareholder’s personal income tax.

business tax

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

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Rhode Island

CPA Practice

JULY 19, 2024

Download the guide to ensure your next payroll software platform is the right one. IRIS has over 100,000 UK and international customers, with 80% having a tenure of five or more years. Sign in or subscribe to get access to this free resource, and all of our whitepapers.

Rhode Island

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 28, 2019

The Supreme Court decision also appears to enable states to require businesses to file income taxes for revenue shares generated there. Merchants in San Francisco that surpass a certain threshold of gross receipts will face mandatory payroll expense taxes, and Texas is among the states to hit remote sellers with a franchise tax.

South Dakota

SkagitCountyTaxServices

MAY 26, 2021

With May 17th behind us (though for those in Texas, Louisiana and Oklahama — this was just another day. But before we leave taxes in the rearview, let’s address an unfortunate reality: as a business owner, you have a greater number of tax reporting obligations than a regular person has.

business tax

Going Concern

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Attorney Damian Williams, George Sanossian agreed to conceal clients’ personal incomes and the wages they paid their employees, to reduce federal income taxes and payroll taxes. From 2012 to April 2018, according to the criminal information document signed by U.S.

CPA

CTP

JULY 1, 2024

Determine the domicile From a tax perspective, where does it make sense for this entity type to be geographically based? Deciding on a domicile requires more thought than simply choosing a state with no income tax, such as Delaware, Nevada, or Texas. Domicile” is the official term for the principal place of business.

Tax

CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The oil and gas industry boosted the per capita incomes for residents of North and South Dakota. Mountain states such as Utah saw high earners moving in from California, Oregon and Texas. States where inflation-adjusted income declined included Alaska, where oil drilling has been in long-term decline, as well as Georgia and Maryland.

North Dakota

ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Part 1 of this blogpost explains how prevalent payroll is in our daily lives with a focus on key issues in 2022, including worker classification, COVID-19 vaccine mandates, and wage and hour. Read part 2 for more 2022 payroll trends. It can result in costly penalties and the payment of back wages and taxes. Biden , S.D.

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