Marriage Means Making Changes Before Next Filing Season

This article was published by the IRS. Marriage is an exciting milestone, but it can also affect a couple's tax situation. Here are some simple steps after the wedding that can help make filing next year's tax return easier. Report a name change If either person changes their name, it should be reported to the Social [...]

Room Occupancy Excise Tax

Room occupancy excise tax must be collected and paid for room rentals of 90 days or less, as well as hotels, motels, B&Bs, and lodging houses. The tax also applies to the short-term rental of a property for 31 days or less. The owner of short-term rental property is required to register each property through Mass [...]

IRS Alternative Media Center Offers Tax Info and Forms to Meet Many Needs

This article was published by the IRS. The IRS wants to ensure all taxpayers have access to vital tax information, which is why information is provided in a variety of formats and languages. The IRS Alternative Media Center offers accessible products to help people who use assistive technology such as screen reading software, refreshable Braille displays, [...]

By Law, Every Taxpayer has the Right to Representation When Working with the IRS

This article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers have the right to retain an authorized representative of their choice to represent them when they are dealing with the IRS. They also have the right to seek assistance from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic if they cannot afford representation. This is one of the ten fundamental rights [...]

Tax Credits for Individuals

This article was published by the IRS. A tax credit reduces the amount a person owes in income taxes dollar-for-dollar. Some tax credits are even refundable, meaning if a person's tax bill is less than the amount of a refundable credit, they can get the difference back in their refund. The One, Big, Beautiful Bill has [...]

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