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With summer winding down it is time to start thinking about your finances. In this edition of our monthly update, we address some important developments in Congress with possible tax reform 2.0, and we cover some tax changes that may affect you or your business, including changes to the kiddie tax and your corporate tax rates. In addition, watch out for the September 17 S Corporation extension filing deadline and the 1040 extension deadline coming October 15 for most taxpayers.
Our goal is to provide you with an unparalleled level of client service. If you see something that you want to talk about, please contact us to explore the possibilities. We rely on satisfied clients as the primary source of new business, and your reviews and referrals are both welcomed and most sincerely appreciated!
Tax Pro Plus
With summer winding down it is time to start thinking about your finances. In this edition of our monthly update, we address some important developments in Congress with possible tax reform 2.0, and we cover some tax changes that may affect you or your business, including changes to the kiddie tax and your corporate tax rates. In addition, watch out for the September 17 S Corporation extension filing deadline and the 1040 extension deadline coming October 15 for most taxpayers.
Our goal is to provide you with an unparalleled level of client service. If you see something that you want to talk about, please contact us to explore the possibilities. We rely on satisfied clients as the primary source of new business, and your reviews and referrals are both welcomed and most sincerely appreciated!
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Tax Reform 2.0 Is in the Works
The dust has not yet settled from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), passed into law in December 2017, and the House Ways and Means Committee is already considering another round of tax changes. The committee chair, Kevin Brady, Republican from Texas, wants to include input from stakeholders such as business groups, think tanks and other relevant organizations. Historically, major tax reforms have been decades apart, so the committee chair is looking for another approach to the way Washington deals with tax policy.
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Tax Reform Eases the Alternative Minimum Tax - But It's Still There
Although Congress has been promising to repeal the alternative minimum tax (AMT), they failed to do that when they passed tax reform in 2017. Instead, they lessened the effects of the AMT by increasing AMT exemptions (an amount of income exempt from AMT taxation) and raising the income thresholds for when the exemptions are phased out. These two steps and some other changes covered below lessen your chances of being hit by the AMT, but it is still there, so it is wise to be aware of how the AMT is determined and the things that might trigger it.
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After Tax Reform, Which Is Right for You: S Corp or C Corp?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has left many of today’s businesses with big questions. Incorporation remains a hot topic, but this law is shaking things up. It’s quick to assume your company should be one or the other, but without careful consideration of the facts, your organization may end up facing financial loss, hefty tax penalties or missed tax savings.
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Do You Need to Renew Your ITIN?
The IRS has announced that more than 2 million Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) are set to expire at the end of 2018. An ITIN is a nine-digit number issued by the IRS to individuals who are required for U.S. federal tax purposes to have a U.S. taxpayer identification number but who do not have and are not eligible to get a Social Security number (SSN).
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IRA Missteps to Avoid
If you have an IRA account or are considering one, there are a number of potential missteps you will want to avoid. Some of them can lead to unwanted taxes and penalties, and of course, we are talking about your retirement funding, so it is an important issue. Here are a number of issues to keep in mind:
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Kiddie Tax No Longer Based on Parents' Tax Rate
Some years back, it was not uncommon for parents to put their investments in their dependent children’s names to take advantage of their children’s lower tax rates. Although the Uniform Gift to Minors Act legally made a child the owner of money put into his or her name, this didn’t stop parents from routinely putting their child’s name and social security number on the accounts so that the tax would be determined at the child’s lower marginal rate.
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What Are The Penalties For Not Filing Your Tax Return?
Even if you’re unable to pay your taxes, you need to file a return. Not doing so will eventually lead to a domino effect of negative consequences. Learn more.
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States Sue U.S. to Void $10,000 Cap on State and Local Tax Deduction
Four states – New York, Connecticut, Maryland and New Jersey – have sued the federal government to void the tax-reform cap on the federal itemized deduction for state and local taxes, contending that limiting the deduction is unconstitutional. The taxes at issue include state and local income taxes, real property (real estate) taxes and personal property taxes.
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Not Using QuickBooks Online? What You're Missing Out On
If you dread every minute of the time you spend on accounting, you should know how QuickBooks Online can change your outlook.
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Disclaimer: The tax advice included in this newsletter is an overview of some complex tax rules and is not intended as a thorough in-depth analysis of the tax issues discussed. Do not act on the information included in this newsletter without first determining how these issues apply to your particular set of circumstances and if there are any special tax laws or regulations that might apply to your situation.
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