RefundtalkTax Refunds May Be Smaller This Year Plan now to learn these 2023 tax tips to avoid surprises in the future! If you’re expecting a tax refund in 2023, it may be smaller than last year, according to the IRS. Your annual balance is based on taxable income, calculated by subtracting the greater of the…
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The Most Useful IRS Tools for Taxpayers
The Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to use their free online IRS tools and resources to find the information they need to get ready to file their federal tax returns. Specifically, IRS.gov is a one-stop shop for tax novices and experts alike, offering how-to guides, FAQs, calculators, estimators, and downloadable files. The following are some…
Taxpayers should stay on top of taxes all year to avoid a surprise tax bill
The next tax season seems far away, but this is actually the perfect time for taxpayers to review their withholding and estimated tax payments. Because federal taxes are pay-as-you-go, it’s important for taxpayers to withhold enough from their paychecks or pay enough in estimated tax. If they don’t, they risk being charged a penalty. Adjust Tax Withholding For employees,…
An IRS online account is Simple, Safe, and Secure
An IRS online account makes it easy for people to quickly get the tax planning info they need. With the same ease that taxpayers have when banking online or placing an online shopping order, they can log in and get the latest on their payment history, balance, and more. Taxpayers can view information about their account including:…
Things to Remember before filing your Tax Return
As we approach a new tax filing season we have compiled a list of things for you to remember before filing your return. DO NOT file your taxes with your last paycheck stub from the year DO NOT file your Taxes with your year’s final paycheck stub. The information on the final paycheck can be…
Do I Claim Zero, One, Two W-4 Allowances?
The last thing you want to do is frantically run up to your boss asking “How many allowances do I claim on my W-4?”. Being aware of the number of allowances you are claiming on a Form W-4 [Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate] is important for a variety of reasons. Most importantly, the number of allowances you claim on a…
Create an Online Account at IRS to view your balances, make payments, get transcripts, and more!
The IRS lets you access most tax tools with one account ID.me uses the latest in identity verification technology to authenticate your identity quickly and easily. They specialize in digital identity protection and help us make sure you’re you—and not someone pretending to be you—before we give you access to your information. If you have an…
Taxable Vs Nontaxable Income
Are you wondering if there’s a hard and fast rule about what income is taxable and what income is not taxable? The quick answer is that all income is taxable unless the law specifically excludes it. But as you might have guessed, there’s more to it than that. Taxable income includes any money you receive,…
Tips to Get Your Tax Refund ASAP
Waiting for your tax refund can really test your patience. Unfortunately, we can’t speed up the actual processing time of your tax return once the IRS gets hold of it. However, there are actions we can take to ensure a smoother journey through the IRS database. Let’s take a look at seven steps you can…
Taxpayers should remember these tips when searching for a tax preparer
The tax filing season is upon us, and many people will be looking for someone to help them file a tax return. Taxpayers should choose their tax return preparer wisely. This is because it’s ultimately the taxpayer who is responsible for all the information on their income tax return. It’s important for people to remember that this is…
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