Mar 21, 2019 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
Each year, the IRS releases a list of “Dirty Dozen” tax scams to be aware of during the busy tax-filing season. It is important for taxpayers to be informed and remain vigilant to these aggressive and evolving scams. The list highlights a variety of tax...
Mar 19, 2019 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Tax Tips
If you’re the parent of a child who is age 17 to 23, and you pay all (or most) of his or her expenses, you may be surprised to learn you’re not eligible for the child tax credit. But there’s a dependent tax credit that may be available to you. It’s not as valuable as...
Mar 14, 2019 | Firm Updates, International Tax
We recently posted a blog about foreign derived intangible income (FDII), a new deduction for certain domestic corporations. Since then, the IRS has issued proposed regulations for FDII under Section 250 of the Internal Revenue Code. According to the IRS, “The...
Mar 12, 2019 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Tax Tips
Did you make large gifts to your children, grandchildren, or other heirs last year? If so, it’s important to determine whether you’re required to file a 2018 gift tax return—or whether filing one would be beneficial even if it isn’t required. Filing requirements...
Mar 7, 2019 | Firm Updates, International Tax
International tax forms sometimes have separate due dates that do not coincide with the most well-known deadline, April 15. It is important to be aware of these other due dates, as they can carry substantial late filing penalties. Here are a few international-related...
Mar 5, 2019 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Tax Tips
It’s not just businesses that can deduct vehicle-related expenses. Individuals also can deduct them in certain circumstances. However, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) might reduce your deduction compared to what you claimed on your 2017 return. For 2017, miles driven...
