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Now is the time to pay your taxes AND make your estimated tax payment. Both your individual tax return AND first quarter estimated tax payment are due. Here is what you need to know. First quarter due date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 The estimated tax payment rule You are required to withhold or prepay throughout the …
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Late filing of S corporation and partnership returns can be costly The IRS is penalizing late filers of S corporation and partnership tax returns. This despite the fact that late filing of the tax returns (Forms 1120S and 1065), due March 15th, often does not impact the receipt of the taxes due on April 15th. …
Now is the time to make estimated tax payments If you have not already done so, now is the time to review your tax situation and make an estimated quarterly tax payment using Form 1040-ES. The 4th quarter due date for the 2025 tax year is due on or before January 15, 2026. Due date: …
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Creating order out of chaos As important tax records start filling mailboxes, how can you make sure your tax preparation goes smoothly and efficiently this year? Here are some tips. Keep it all in one place. It seems obvious, but how often have you found yourself going through piles of paper looking for that elusive 1099 …
Tips to protect your tax information Hackers and data thieves target personally identifiable information or (PII). They also know their best score can be had by filing information using your tax ID and stealing your withholdings before you are the wiser. But by working together, we can mutually reduce the risk of this happening to …
Great time to leverage tax ideas Each year there's typically an open enrollment for many benefit programs from your employer. Here are some tips to consider. Leverage employer contributions Employers that offer retirement plans like 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and 457s often include an employee match or safe harbor contribution. So make sure you understand this benefit …
If you use an installment sale to help sell property, you can benefit from tax deferral and possibly lower your overall tax bill. But you need to watch out for certain tax traps if you do. Installment sale defined Generally, you create an installment sale when you receive payments for sold property in the tax …
SSN theft is still a major problem! With the dramatic increase in identity theft, now is a great time to remind yourself of the basics to reduce the risk of having your Social Security number (SSN) stolen. Here are some ideas. Do not carry your Social Security card with you. Your parents were encouraged to do …
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Understand the options and costs Your tax bill has come and gone with you still owing money because you're a little strapped for cash. Or maybe you're considering alternative payment options for your upcoming quarterly estimated tax payment. There's also noise out of Washington, D.C. that checks will no longer be accepted. Whatever the case, …
Now is the time to pay your taxes AND make your estimated tax payment. Both your individual tax return AND first quarter estimated tax payment are due. Here is what you need to know. First quarter due date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 The estimated tax payment rule You are required to withhold or prepay throughout …
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