WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded employers that they must file Form W-2 and other wage statements by Feb. 1, 2021, to avoid penalties and help the IRS prevent fraud. A 2015 law made it a permanent requirement […]
Taxpayers should check out these tips before choosing a tax preparer
As taxpayers get ready to file their 2021 taxes, they may be thinking about hiring a tax preparer. People should choose a tax preparer wisely. This is important because taxpayers are responsible for all the information on their return, no […]
Get ready to file taxes: What to do before the tax year ends
There are things taxpayers can do before the end of the year to help them get ready for the 2021 tax filing season. Below are a few of them. Donate to charityThere is still time to make a 2020 donation. […]
Special $300 tax deduction helps most people give to charity this year – even if they don’t itemize
WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers of a special new provision that will allow more people to easily deduct up to $300 in donations to qualifying charities this year. Following special tax law changes made earlier this […]
Here’s how taxpayers can check if their charitable donation is tax deductible
The arrival of the holiday season is when many people think about how they can give back. Often taxpayers want to donate to a charity. The IRS has a tool that can help people figure out if giving to their […]
Get Ready for Taxes: Steps to take now to make tax filing easier in 2021
WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take necessary actions this fall to help file federal tax returns timely and accurately in 2021. This is the second in a series of reminders to help taxpayers get ready […]
Here’s what taxpayers can do now to Get Ready to file taxes in 2021
There are steps people can take now to make sure their tax filing experience goes smoothly in 2021. First, they can visit the Get Ready page on IRS.gov. Here are a few other things people can do now: Check their […]
Get Ready for Taxes: Get ready now to file 2020 federal income tax returns
WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take necessary actions this fall to help them file their federal tax returns timely and accurately in 2021, including special steps related to Economic Impact Payments. This is the first […]
Here’s how visually impaired taxpayers can access IRS resources and information
The IRS is here to serve and support all of America’s taxpayers including, those who use assistive technology. The agency’s Alternative Media Center provides resources and accessibility services to taxpayers with disabilities. Tax-related content is available in a variety of […]
Here’s who qualifies for the employee business expense deduction
Employee business expenses can be deducted as an adjustment to income only for specific employment categories and eligible educators. Taxpayers can no longer claim unreimbursed employee expenses as miscellaneous itemized deductions, unless they are a qualified employee or an eligible […]