How Small Business Owners Can Deduct Their Home Office from Their Taxes

This article was published by the IRS. The home office deduction allows qualified taxpayers to deduct certain home expenses when they file taxes. To claim the home office deduction on their tax return, taxpayers generally must exclusively and regularly use part of their home or a separate structure on their property as their primary place of [...]

Gift Card Scam

Remember, gift cards are for gifts, not for making tax payments. Many people give gift cards as a convenient gift for any occasion. Scammers use gift cards to steal your money. Here's how this usually works: The scammer may call you, impersonating an IRS agent, or contact you by text, email, or social media. The criminal [...]

Tax Benefits of Making a Business Accessible to Workers and Customers with Disabilities

This article was published by the IRS. Businesses that make structural adaptations or other accommodations for employees or customers with disabilities may be eligible for tax credits and deductions. Here's an overview of the tax incentives designed to encourage employers to hire qualified people with disabilities and to off-set some of the costs of providing accommodations. [...]

Security Measures Help Protect Against Tax-Related Identity Theft

Identity thieves and fraudsters are working overtime, trying to use COVID-19 or any other current issue to scam you. To help you combat identity theft, the IRS is encouraging people to get an Identity Protection PIN. This secret, voluntary pin is known only to you and the IRS. See if it's right for you at IRS.gov/IPPIN. [...]

Everyone Should Know the Facts About How the IRS Communicates with Taxpayers

This article was published by the IRS. Knowledge is a taxpayer's first line of defense against scammers who pretend to be from the IRS with the goal of stealing personal information. Here are some facts about how the IRS communicates with taxpayers: The IRS doesn't normally initiate contact with taxpayers by email. Do not reply to [...]

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