News2020 Mileage RatesPublished on January 15th, 2020Mileage rates for travel are now set for 2020. The standard business mileage rate decreases by 0.5 cents to 57.5 cents per mile. The medical and moving mileage rates also decreases by 3 cents to 17 cents per mile. Charitable mileage rates remain unchanged at 14 cents per mile. Reminder: Fourth Quarter Estimated Taxes Now DuePublished on January 13th, 2020If you have not already done so, now is the time to review your tax situation and make an estimated quarterly tax payment using Form 1040-ES. The 2019 fourth-quarter due date is now here. Normal due date: Wednesday, January 15, 2020 Remember you are required to withhold at least 90 percent of your current tax […] 3 Major Charity Scam Red FlagsPublished on December 18th, 2019You’ve probably already received several letters and phone calls from charities asking for donations. Most requests are from legitimate organizations. Some, however, are bogus charities set up by con artists who use the holiday spirit to their financial advantage. Last year, Americans gave nearly $428 billion to charities, according to Giving USA 2019: The Annual […] Lower This Year’s Tax ObligationPublished on October 15th, 2019Now is a good time to assess your current situation and address those lingering tax moves that may improve your tax picture for 2019. Here are five things to consider: 1. Check on your withholdings. Review your taxable income and the amount of tax you’ve paid to Uncle Sam so far this year. How do […] I Owe Tax on That? 5 Surprising Taxable ItemsPublished on September 5th, 2019Wages and self-employment earnings are taxable, but what about the random cash or financial benefits you receive through other means? Here are five taxable items that might surprise you: Scholarships and financial aid. Applying for scholarships and financial aid are top priorities for parents of college-bound children. But be careful – if any part of […] |
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