Tax Tips & More
Greed or Goodwill: Your Motive Makes a Scam Loss Deductible
Losses due to scams that rely on the victim’s greed are deductible. Losses from scams that count on the victim’s love or desire to help others are not deductible.
Protect Yourself: Digitize Tax Receipts
When it comes to IRS audits, one of the most common reasons taxpayers lose deductions is the lack of proper documentation.
When Not to Get Married
Marriage is a life-changing decision, and it’s essential to consider how it impacts your financial and tax situation. Depending on your circumstances, getting married could simplify your taxes—or increase your tax burden. Here are key points to keep in mind.
2024 Last-Minute Vehicle Purchases to Save on Taxes
Do you need more 2024 tax deductions? Do you need a replacement business vehicle? If so, you can simultaneously solve or mitigate the first problem (needing more deductions) and the second problem (needing a replacement vehicle) if you can get your replacement vehicle in service on or before December 31, 2024.
2024 Last-Minute Year-End Retirement Deductions
The clock continues to tick. Your retirement is one year closer. You have time before December 31 to take steps that will help you fund the retirement you desire. Here are five things to consider.
3 Possible Ways to Deduct Your Dog or Cat
Dogs, cats, and other household pets are expensive. Owners spend an average of $1,270 to $2,800 to own a dog. Can you ever deduct these costs from your taxes?
Best Practices When E-Filing Returns
Avoid future problems by following these best practices for e-filing.
Common Mistakes in Tax Preparation
Avoid errors that can occur when preparing tax returns by learning these common mistakes.
What Are Your Chances of Being Audited?
These red flags could increase your chances of the IRS selecting your return for audit.
June 2025 Tax Due Dates
June 10: Tips for May 2025 reported to employer
June 16: Estimated tax payment for 2nd quarter of 2025
June 16: U.S. taxpayers living and working abroad file 2024 tax return
June 16: U.S. taxpayers living and working abroad file form 4868 to request 4-month income tax return filing extension (payment of tax not extended)
June 16: Military personnel on duty outside the U.S. file 2024 tax return
June 16: Military personnel on duty outside the U.S. file Form 4868 to request 4-month income tax return filing extension (payment of tax not extended)
July 2025 Tax Due Dates
July 10: Tips for June 2025 reported to employer
August 2025 Tax Due Dates
August 11: Tips for July 2025 reported to employer