Featured Articles & Tax Tips Blog
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Don’t click on that random text. It’s a scam
From the Federal Trade Commission — Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the Postal Service (USPS), Costco, or The Home Depot telling you about an unclaimed package or a survey you can complete to claim a freebie is NOT from them. It’s a scam. The FTC...
Should you suffer a disaster, some tax relief is available
From Thomson-Reuters — If you are unlucky enough to suffer a disaster-related casualty loss, some of the costs can be mitigated through tax relief. This article explains the federal income tax implications. Limited deductions for personal casualty losses In theory,...
Understanding how the IRS contacts taxpayers and avoiding scams
From the IRS Newswire — With continuing phone and in-person scams taking place across the country, the IRS wants to help taxpayers understand how and why agency representatives may contact taxpayers. In most instances, the IRS sends a letter or written notice to a...
Here’s three ways you can transfer a home to an adult child
From Thomson-Reuters — If you have an adult child who wants to buy a home in today's overheated market, it's financial combat out there and maybe a fight that cannot be won. If you are ready to move out of your current home (perhaps to downsize or to move to a...
FBI warns of phony cryptocurrency investment apps
From knowbe4.com — Cryptocurrency investors have lost nearly $43 million to fraudulent cryptocurrency investment apps, according to the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). “The FBI has observed cyber criminals contacting US investors, fraudulently claiming to...
Ready to become self-employed? Consider the tax implications
Thomson-Reuters — Are you about ready to join the "Great Resignation" and become self-employed? If so, you need to consider the federal tax implications, which may not be as rosy as you think. Here are what we think are the most important things to know to make a good...
Mid-year tax planning Part 3: Virtual currency, reverse mortgages, and small business strategies
From the Pinnacle CPA Advisory Group — Dear Clients and Friends, Today we conclude our three-week look at mid-year tax planning for 2022. In Part 3 of the series, we address cryptocurrency, reverse mortgages, and a number of strategies to pursue to mitigate your tax...
Mid-year tax planning, Part 2: Time your gains/losses; Bunch your deductions
From the Pinnacle CPA Advisory Group — Dear Clients and Friends, Today we continue our look at mid-year tax planning for 2022. In Part 2 of our three-week series, we discuss how to plan the timing of your expected investment gains and losses, and strategy for...
Mid-year tax planning, Part 1: Check withholding; Plan for taxes on investments
From the Pinnacle CPA Advisory Group — Dear Clients and Friends, Another challenging year has just passed. While the COVID-19 crisis has lessened, international events have led to supply chain issues and inflationary prices. Since income may not rise at the same rate...
Pay up? The IRS is sending millions of tax payment letters this month
From CBS News/Moneywatch — BY AIMEE PICCHI — The IRS this month will send millions of letters to taxpayers whom it believes underpaid the tax agency. It's important to pay attention to this letter — called a CP14 — because ignoring it could lead to penalties. The IRS...
Kakeibo: The Japanese art of mindful budgeting
From NextAvenue.org — By Jennifer Nelson — Looking to declutter your finances? Consider Kakeibo (pronounced kah-keh-boh), a Japanese budgeting system that literally translates to "household financial ledger." Created in 1904 by Japan's first female journalist, Hani...
If you filed for an extension, you have until Oct. 17 to file. Don’t wait
From Time.com/nextadvisor — By Dashia Milden — The 2022 tax season was rocky — from an IRS processing backlog to refund delays and filing errors as a result of changes to the tax code. As a result, the IRS predicted more than 15 million taxpayers would file for an...