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Tax Credits

Aggressive Employee Retention Credit Promoters

In this article, we offer a summary of the ERC requirements and benefits. Additionally, we’ll share some cautionary thoughts for those of you who are contemplating or have already enlisted the services of a third-party ERC adviser. The ERC is a refundable payroll tax credit rewarding businesses that continued to pay employees while shut down...
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IRS BOOSTS MILEAGE RATE BY NEARLY 5%

Effective January 1, 2023, taxpayer-drivers who fit the above profile enjoy a 3 cents bump in the mileage rate … up from the 62.5 cents midyear increase in 2022. The standard mileage rate for business use is based on an annual study of the fixed and variable costs of operating an automobile … clearly more...
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GET READY FOR TAX-TIME!

Here we are in the closing days of December 2022. In addition to enjoying the Holiday Season, it’s also an excellent time to get ready to visit with your tax-preparer to make year-end, tax savings decisions. Your objectives: lower your tax bill and boost your retirement savings. In this issue, we’ll start with a recap...
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OPPORTUNITY TO ACCELERATE YOUR RETIREMENT SAVINGS

Participants in qualifying plans can reduce their 2023 tax bill by increasing the amount they contribute pre-tax to retirement accounts.
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INFLATION REDUCTION ACT

The Inflation Reduction Act, was signed into law on Aug. 16. It includes numerous tax provisions that relate to both businesses and individuals … including clean-energy-related tax incentives, and expanded funding for IRS enforcement.
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2 ENHANCED TAX BREAKS APPLY FOR REST OF THIS YEAR

The Internal Revenue Service has announced two tax savings benefits … the extension of the 100% deduction for the cost of business-related food and beverages purchased from a restaurant plus an increase in the allowable mileage rate deduction. Learn more below.
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Work Opportunity Tax Credit

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS AND HIRING MANAGERS

The old saying that the only thing constant is change … and that certainly applies annually to the U.S. tax code. That said, it’s no surprise that 2022 taxes will differ from last tax year. Here’s a rundown on how those revisions may affect your taxes come next filing season.
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2022 Tax Laws

11 MAJOR TAX CHANGES FOR 2022 YOU NEED TO KNOW

The old saying that the only thing constant is change … and that certainly applies annually to the U.S. tax code. That said, it’s no surprise that 2022 taxes will differ from last tax year. Here’s a rundown on how those revisions may affect your taxes come next filing season.
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Pearson & Co CPAs

JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT ‘TIS THE SEASON’ 2021 GREETINGS WERE OVER

In this article, you’ll learn how to best comply with this year’s annual tax filing event with a minimum of frustration and effort. Whether you choose a do-it-yourself (DIY) approach or engage the expert advice of a tax preparation professional, here are 5 critical items to complete your 2021 tax return in a timely manner.
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Get Ready for Tax Time

GET READY FOR TAX-TIME!

With all the distractions and turmoil triggered by the pandemic, it may seem surprising that the fourth quarter of 2021 is upon us … and that means limited time to do a “Paycheck Checkup” to make sure the right amount of tax is withheld from your earnings.
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