Taxes

Updated for tax year 2024. Income tax forms are the official government documents the IRS requires you to fill out when you file your taxes. Usually, the more complicated your finances are the more tax forms you may need to fill out. On top of the federal tax forms, many states and cities (like Portland) have

If you are self-employed and work at home — even just part-time — you may claim a home office tax deduction for expenses related to your home office. Alas, if you’re an employee who has been working from home since the COVID-19 pandemic, that amazing home office tax deduction you’ve heard so much about does

You sold your house, an investment property, or something else of value. When do you tell the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)? While tax law can seem overwhelming for many Americans, we’re here to help you make sense of it. Below, you’ll learn how capital gains taxes work, when to make estimated tax payments, and how

Everybody loves an annual bonus at the end of the year, but not everyone understands how bonuses affect their tax returns or even what the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers a bonus. Let’s address some common questions about annual bonuses and what you should expect if you receive one this year. At a glance: The

Selling on Etsy® may be a fast and easy way to get into business for yourself. But make no mistake — getting started in online sales may be quick and easy these days, but that doesn’t mean you’re not a “real” business in the eyes of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Fortunately, complying with IRS

Updated for tax year 2024. With tax season coming soon, you may be wondering how you can reduce your taxable income. One smart place to start looking is your 401(k) plan. Here are a few ways your 401(k) can reduce your taxable income and save you money. At a glance: There are different types of

Updated for tax years 2024 and 2025. If you sell items online or use third-party payment apps such as Venmo® or Cash App®, you’ve probably heard about new IRS reporting thresholds that were supposed to go into effect first in 2022, and then in tax year 2023. These threshold changes understandably caused much confusion among filers.

Form 1120-S is a crucial tax document for small business owners of S corporations. If you’re an S corp owner, understanding how to fill out an 1120-S tax form accurately can help you avoid unnecessary headaches and make the most of your tax situation. Whether it’s your first time filing this form or you just

Updated for tax year 2024. Knowing your way around IRS Form 1040 can make the tax filing process much easier. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about Form 1040: what it is, how to complete Form 1040 accurately, and which related tax forms and schedules you might need. Let’s dive

Updated for tax year 2024. At the beginning of every tax season, you receive informational tax forms in the mail from your places of employment, financial institutions, and organizations you did business with throughout the year that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) wants to hear about. Two of those forms may look very similar if

Interstate Migration and Tax Competitiveness Skip to content Home • Blog • Tax Competitiveness and Interstate Migration Recently, we published our updated and rebranded State Tax Competitiveness Index (STCI), which measures how well states’ taxA tax is a mandatory payment or charge collected by local, state, and national governments from individuals or businesses to cover

Skip to content Home • Op-eds • Out-Competing China Starts With The Tax Code December 5, 2024December 5, 2024By: Alex Muresianu Two provisions of the 2017 taxA tax is a mandatory payment or charge collected by local, state, and national governments from individuals or businesses to cover the costs of general government services, goods, and

Extending the Tax Cuts: Budgetary Impact Discussion Skip to content Home • Blog • All About That Base(line) If Congress does not act, taxes will rise for millions of Americans on January 1, 2026, as the individual provisions of the TaxA tax is a mandatory payment or charge collected by local, state, and national governments

The IRS starts processing your income tax return as soon as they receive it. But how long does it take to receive your tax refund after processing begins? What is the IRS tax refund schedule for tax year 2024? The IRS generally processes e-filed returns and sends refunds to taxpayers in less than 21 days.

Updated for tax year 2024. Starting a new business and keeping it going through its first year is an impressive accomplishment! When you file a federal income tax return for your business, the paperwork and forms the IRS requires you to use depends on your business entity and how your business is organized. Here’s how you’ll

Cigarette Taxes and Cigarette Smuggling by State, 2022 Skip to content Table of Contents Key Findings Excessive taxA tax is a mandatory payment or charge collected by local, state, and national governments from individuals or businesses to cover the costs of general government services, goods, and activities. rates on cigarettes induce substantial black and gray

If Form 1099-SA showed up in your mailbox or inbox this year, don’t let it scare you. In this guide, we’ll break down what a 1099-SA form is, why you got it, and what you need to do next. By the end, you’ll know exactly how to report it on your income tax return and

If you sold a life insurance policy this year, you may receive Form 1099-SB. This tax form informs you and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about the sale or transfer of a life insurance contract. But what does this mean for your taxes? Let’s walk through what the 1099-SB form is, why you received it,

Updated for tax year 2024.               Small business owners, it’s time to expand your holiday shopping list. In addition to buying gifts for loved ones, you can also make smart purchases for your business to help reduce your taxable income before the end of the year. Timing is everything for small business tax savings The end

Updated for tax year 2024. At a glance: Stock options and ESPP plans generate income in two categories: ordinary income and capital gains or losses. Calculate your gain or loss by subtracting your adjusted cost basis from the sales proceeds. Check your 1099-B for accuracy, compare it to your investment records, and adjust if necessary.