After setting a Sept. 30 deadline to file for a catchup payment for qualified child dependents who were left off your initial stimulus check, the IRS has decided to give you more time. You'll now have until Nov. 21 to make a claim if you want to receive that money before the end of 2020. This isn't extra …
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Is a Tax Trap Lurking in Your Paycheck?
Does your paycheck look a little higher than normal? If so, it could be a tax trap. The Problem A payroll tax deferral beginning September 1 was recently signed via a presidential executive order. This deferral of the employee's portion of Social Security will raise your paycheck temporarily until January, 2021. Beginning in 2021, the …
Is a Tax Time Bomb Lurking in Your Paycheck?
Does your paycheck look a little higher than normal? If so, it could be a tax time bomb. The Problem A payroll tax deferral beginning September 1 was recently signed via a presidential executive order. The potential deferral of your portion of Social Security as an employee could raise your take home pay temporarily until …
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September Client Update Newsletter
Fall is right around the corner! As summer is winding down, the IRS wants you to be aware of common scams being encountered during the pandemic. Also included are tips to improve your credit score, and a review of alternative ways to budget so you can explore a method that works best for you. All …
Married Couples in Business
One of the advantages of operating your own business is hiring family members. However, the employment tax requirements for family employees may vary from those that apply to other employees. Below, we point out some issues to consider when operating a business as a married couple. How spouses earn Social Security benefits A spouse is …
Don’t Rush Your PPP Loan Forgiveness Application
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has begun accepting forgiveness applications for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. While you may want to put the forgiveness application process behind you, here are four reasons to consider delaying your application submission: More changes are on the way. Congress is currently debating another COVID-19 relief package which could include more …
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How to Protect Your Social Security Number From Theft
With the dramatic increase in identity theft, what can be done to protect your Social Security number (SSN) from these would-be thieves? Here are some ideas. Do not carry your Social Security card with you. Your parents were encouraged to do this, but times have changed. You will need to provide it to a new employer, …
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Understanding Tax Terms: Wash Sales
You may be considering booking stock losses due to recent market drops in order to save on your bill from Uncle Sam. Selling losers can be a great strategy when these losses can offset stock gains and up to $3,000 in excess stock losses can offset your ordinary income. However, there is a little known …
Tax Surprises for the Newly Retired
You’ve got it all planned out. Your retirement savings accounts are full, you have started receiving Social Security benefits and your pension is ready to go. Everything is planned. What could go wrong? Here are five surprises that can turn your plan on a dime. 1. Health emergencies and long-term care. When a simple procedure could …
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