Tax Tips & More
Why Landlords Should File Form 1099-NEC
If you own rental property, you may have heard that you’re not required to file Form 1099-NEC for contractors, such as plumbers or handymen. While that’s often true, choosing not to file could be costing you valuable tax savings.
Deducting Start-Up Expenses for a Rental Property
Are you interested in becoming a commercial or residential landlord? If so, you’ll likely have to shell out plenty of money before ever collecting a dime in rent. The tax code treats some of those monies as start-up expenses.
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.
August 2025 Tax Due Dates
August 11: Tips for July 2025 reported to employer
September 2025 Tax Due Dates
September 10: Tips for August 2025 reported to employer
September 15: Estimated tax payment for third quarter of 2025
October 2025 Tax Due Dates
October 10: Tips for September 2025 reported to employer
October 15: File extended 2024 tax return (Form 1040)
October 15: Withdraw excess IRA contributions in 2024 to avoid penalty if filing of Form 1040 was extended
October 15: Contribute to solo 401(k) plan or simplified employee pension (SEP) plan for 2024 by self-employed if you received a filing extension