From Markers to Face Masks, Classroom Supplies May Be Tax Deductible

This article was published by the IRS. Teachers go above and beyond for their students, often buying classroom supplies needed to make learning successful. 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 [...]

IRS Standard Mileage Rates for 2024

This article was published by the IRS. The Internal Revenue Service has issued the 2024 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2024, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel [...]

Some Tax Considerations for People Who are Separating or Divorcing

This article was published by the IRS. When people go through a legal separation or divorce, the change in their relationship status also affects their tax situation. The IRS considers a couple married for filing purposes until they get a final decree of divorce or separate maintenance. Update withholding When someone becomes divorced or separated, they [...]

Small Business Owners Should See If They Qualify for the Home Office Deduction

This article was published by the IRS. Many Americans have been working from home since the pandemic, but only certain people will qualify to claim the home office deduction. This deduction allows qualifying taxpayers to deduct certain home expenses on their tax return when they file their tax return next year. Here are some things to [...]

New School Year Reminder to Educators: Maximum Educator Expense Deduction is $300 in 2023

This article was published by the IRS. As the new school year begins, the Internal Revenue Service reminds teachers and other educators that they'll be able to deduct up to $300 of out-of-pocket classroom expenses for 2023 when they file their federal income tax return next year. This is the same limit that applied in 2022, [...]

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