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What Teen Entrepreneurs Should Know About Taxes

What Teen Entrepreneurs Should Know About Taxes

Teens and young adults often go into business for themselves over the summer or after school. This work can include babysitting, lawn mowing, dog walking, or other part-time or temporary work. When teens or young adults are employees of a business, their employer...

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Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Home Improvements

Taxpayers making certain energy-efficient updates to their homes are reminded that they could qualify for home energy tax credits. The credit amounts and types of qualifying expenses were expanded by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Taxpayers who make energy...

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July 17 Deadline for Unclaimed 2019 Tax Refunds

July 17 Deadline for Unclaimed 2019 Tax Refunds

Nearly $1.5 billion in refunds remain unclaimed because some people haven't filed their 2019 tax returns yet. Under the law, taxpayers usually have three years to file and claim their tax refunds. If they don't file within three years, the money becomes the property...

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HSA Limits Increase for 2024

HSA Limits Increase for 2024

Pre-tax or deductible contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) can be withdrawn tax-free to pay qualified current or future medical expenses of the account owner, his or her spouse, and any qualified dependent. Contribution limits are adjusted annually for...

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What To Do if You Receive an IRS CP2000 Notice

What To Do if You Receive an IRS CP2000 Notice

An IRS CP2000 notice is mailed to a taxpayer when income reported from third-party sources such as an employer, bank, or mortgage company does not match the income reported on the tax return. It is not a tax bill or a formal audit notification; it merely informs you...

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Avoiding a Tax Surprise When Retiring Overseas

Avoiding a Tax Surprise When Retiring Overseas

Are you approaching retirement age and wondering where you can retire to make your retirement nest egg last longer? Retiring abroad may be the answer. But first, it's important to look at the tax implications -- because not all retirement country destinations are...

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Tax Withholding for Seasonal and Part-Time Employees

Tax Withholding for Seasonal and Part-Time Employees

Many businesses hire workers for only part of the year, especially in the summer. The IRS classifies these employees as seasonal workers, defined as employees performing labor or services on a seasonal basis (i.e., six months or less). Examples of this kind of work...

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Employee Relocation: What Happens to Your Home?

Employee Relocation: What Happens to Your Home?

Employees and small business owners often have questions about how to protect employees who are being relocated against financial loss on a "forced" sale of their home. Here are some answers. Employees There are two common ways to minimize the negative financial...

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Certain Taxpayers May Need to File an Amended Return

Certain Taxpayers May Need to File an Amended Return

Taxpayers who reported certain state 2022 tax refunds as taxable income may need to file an amended tax return. Affected taxpayers include those who filed before February 10, 2023, and meet certain requirements. Taxpayers who used a tax professional should consult...

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Small Business: Choosing a Payroll Service Provider

Small Business: Choosing a Payroll Service Provider

When choosing a payroll service provider to handle payroll and payroll tax, employers should choose a trusted payroll service to help them avoid missed deposits for employment taxes and other unpaid bills. Typically, these clients remain legally responsible for paying...

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