Small Business Tax Workshop

The IRS Small Business Tax Workshop is a series of online training videos covering tax topics for new and established small business owners. The first four topics in the workshop cover federal taxes, Schedule C, filing/paying taxes electronically, and the business use of your home - no matter the type of business you have, or if [...]

A Tip for Teachers: Some Educator Expenses May Be Tax-Deductible

This article was published by the IRS. The educator expense deduction allows eligible teachers and administrators to deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes. They can only claim this deduction for expenses that were not reimbursed by their employer, a grant or other source. Who is an eligible educator: The [...]

For the First Time, Maximum Educator Expense Deduction Rises to $300 in 2022

This article was published by the IRS. The Internal Revenue Service is reminding teachers and other educators planning ahead that they'll be able to deduct up to $300 of out-of-pocket classroom expenses when they file their federal income tax return next year. This is the first time the annual limit has increased since the special educator [...]

Educators Can Now Deduct Out-of-Pocket Expenses for COVID-19 Protective Items

This article was published by the IRS. Eligible educators can deduct unreimbursed expenses for COVID-19 protective items to stop the spread of COVID-19 in the classroom. COVID-19 protective items include, but are not limited to: face masks; disinfectant for use against COVID-19; hand soap; hand sanitizer; disposable gloves; tape, paint or chalk to guide social distancing; [...]

Here’s What Taxpayers Need to Know About Higher Education Tax Credits

This article was published by the IRS. As a new school year approaches, students are considering what classes they need to take and how much the classes will cost. Whether it's community college, a trade school, a four-year university or an advanced degree, higher education is expensive. The good news is tax credits can help offset [...]

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