IRS Makes It Easier to Set Up Payment Agreements

This article was published by the IRS. The Internal Revenue Service recently announced a number of changes designed to help struggling taxpayers impacted by COVID-19 more easily settle their tax debts with the IRS. The IRS assessed its collection activities to see how it could apply relief for taxpayers who owe but are struggling financially because [...]

Beware of Identity Theft Involving Unemployment Benefits

This article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers who receive Forms 1099-G for unemployment benefits they did not actually get because of identity theft should contact their appropriate state agency for a corrected form. States issue Forms 1099-G to the taxpayer and to the IRS to report what taxable income, such as refunds or unemployment benefits, [...]

Taxable and Nontaxable Income

This video was published by the IRS. Most income is taxable and must be reported on your federal income tax return. But what you may not know is that some income is only partially taxable, or not taxed at all. For example, child support payments and welfare benefits are tax-free. Gifts and inheritances are generally tax-free [...]

Changed Your Name After Marriage or Divorce?

This video was published by the IRS. If you changed your name after a recent marriage, divorce, or for some other reason, you need to notify the Social Security Administration of that change before you file your tax return. Otherwise, IRS computers can't mind your new name with your Social Security number. Names that don't match [...]

What To Know Before Filing Your Income Taxes

The IRS will not start accepting tax returns until mid-February this year. In addition, there are a few changes that are being made, which may affect areas you may either gain more or lose more money than in years past. 2020 changed how Americans live their lives, and especially how they conduct business. Many who worked [...]

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