We like to do a lot online these days, including ordering food, selling our services, paying our bills, and even checking our mail from our phones and our laptops. As the government works to catch up with the digital age, we are starting to see the IRS adapt to our methods. Earlier this year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) launched IRS.gov, their new website. And to get right to the point, there are two primary functions we recommend that everyone know how to use at a minimum: Pay […] […]
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How to Get Your IRS Tax Transcript Online
If you’re an American taxpayer, the IRS has a file on you. The IRS tracks tax payments, income, deductions, and other important tax information. If you ever find yourself in […]
4 Tax Planning Tips For Short-Term Rental Hosts
Airbnb hosting is a first-time business for many, so a lot of hosts aren’t familiar with the intricacies of the tax system. However, a little Airbnb tax planning can help […]
Understanding Book to Tax Adjustments
Book income measures your business’s financial performance, but it doesn’t always line up with your business’s taxable totals. Sometimes, you need to adjust your book income to accurately report […]
Airbnb Tax Help: Video Walkthrough
One of the most lucrative ways to earn an income in the Sharing Economy is through home-sharing platforms like Airbnb. Airbnb allows homeowners to rent out their vacant properties and […]
Bitcoin Taxes for Crypto Traders
Bitcoin and other convertible virtual currencies have gained a lot of traction over the last several years. In its infancy, there was a lot of grey area in terms of […]
Self Employed Tax Deductions: The Complete List
Taxes are an inevitable part of being a small business owner. If you own your own business or work as an independent contractor, you know that your tax bill can […]
Best Retirement Plans for Small Businesses
Traditional employees aren’t the only ones who can access tax-advantaged retirement accounts. In fact, freelancers and contractors have even more options for retirement savings. Two of the best retirement plans […]
Are Credit Card Rewards Taxable?
Many lenders offer credit card rewards as an incentive to attract customers. These bonus goodies come in the form of cash, account credits, airline “miles”, and much more. Previously, only […]
What Is the Head of Household Deduction?
How you file your taxes has a lot to do with how much money you save on your tax bill. The IRS has 5 different filing status options, and you […]