May 24, 2022
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce reports that one in three small business owners consider inflation their top concern right now. Inflation worries have driven small business optimism about the future to record lows, adds the National Federation of Independent Business. In...
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May 17, 2022
Money is a powerful motivator. That’s why the IRS Whistleblower Office is sometimes called into action, often when business partner disputes or divorce cases gain momentum. There could be a lot to be gained—15 to 30% of the taxes that are due could be rewarded to a...
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May 10, 2022
A recent tax court case involving a Boston cop proves that once you purchase a winning lottery ticket, you’re on the hook to pay taxes on the winnings—even if you don’t keep the ticket. The police officer won $10,000 on a scratch-off ticket, which he then sold to a...
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Apr 19, 2022
The U.S. Department of Labor’s newly revamped “80/20 guidance” for tipped workers is in effect after an emergency motion to withdraw it was denied. What is it and how does it affect Texas restaurants and other tip-based businesses? Restaurants in most states including...
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Apr 12, 2022
It’s hard to get taxes right, but what if you’re surprised with a shockingly high federal tax bill you didn’t know you owed? The IRS offers some options, but if it’s a significant amount, turn to a CPA for help. More than half of U.S. taxpayers know that they pay an...
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Mar 15, 2022
What do $600, $5,000, and $10,000 have in common? They’re specific payment amounts to a person or business that can trigger IRS reporting requirements. Ignore those triggers, and someone (either the payee or the recipient, depending on the trigger) could face steep...
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