Six Things Taxpayers should Know about the Sharing Economy and their Taxes

The following article was published by the IRS. From renting spare rooms and vacation homes to car rides or using a bike…name a service and it’s probably available through the sharing economy. Taxpayers who participate in the sharing economy can find helpful resources in the IRS Sharing Economy Tax Center on IRS.gov. It helps taxpayers understand [...]

Here’s the 411 on Who Can Deduct Car Expenses on Their Tax Returns

The following article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers who have deducted the business use of their car on past tax returns should review whether or not they can still claim this deduction. Some taxpayers can. Some cannot. Here’s a breakdown of which taxpayers can claim this deduction when they file their tax returns. Business owners and self-employed [...]

These Summer Actions Might Benefit Taxpayers Who Itemize

The following article was published by the IRS. Summer is a season when people have fun, yet get things done. From buying a new house to cleaning their old one, taxpayers who itemize their deductions may be doing things this summer that will affect the tax returns they file next year. The higher standard deduction means fewer taxpayers [...]

Educators can Claim Deduction to Get Money Back for Classroom Expenses

The following article was published by the IRS. Educators may be able to deduct unreimbursed expenses on their tax return. This deduction can put money right back in the pockets of eligible teachers and other educators. Here are some things to know about this deduction: Educators can deduct up to $250 of trade or business expenses that were [...]

Tax Tips for Taxpayers to Consider When Selling Their Home

The following article was published by the IRS. The IRS has some good news for taxpayers who are selling their home. When filing their taxes, they may qualify to exclude all or part of any gain from the sale from their income. Here are some things that homeowners should think about when selling a home: Ownership and use [...]

Go to Top