Tax Tips & More
Tax Deductions for Dues and Expenses of Being a Mason or a Lion
Based on IRS regulations, club dues are generally not deductible if the organization’s principal purpose is to conduct entertainment activities for its members. However, there are exceptions for civic and public service organizations.
Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Update
Here’s a recent update on the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and the new IRS payback scheme.
The DOL Makes it Harder to Hire Independent Contractors
Does your business classify workers as independent contractors instead of employees? You should know that the U.S. Department of Labor is trying to make it harder for all businesses to use independent contractors.
Smart Solutions That Decrease Social Security and Medicare Taxes
Here are some important updates and strategies regarding Social Security and Medicare taxes that may significantly impact your business.
What Happens When You Die and Your S Corporation Owns the Rental?
You may own an S corporation with a rental property as its sole asset. A common concern with this approach is what happens when the owner passes away, specifically regarding the step-up in basis.
Claim Up to $32,220 in Missed 2021 Self-Employed COVID-19 Sick and Family Leave Credits
Were you self-employed during 2021? If so, there is a good chance that you could have qualified for COVID-19 sick and family leave credits worth as much as $32,220.
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.
April 2026 Tax Due Dates
April 1: First required minimum distribution (RMD) by individuals who turned 73 in 2025
April 10: Tips for March 2026 reported to employer
April 15: 2025 tax return and pay tax due
April 15: File Form 4868 to request six-month income tax return filing extension (payment of tax not extended)
April 15: File Schedule H (1040) and pay employment taxes for household employees (file separately if Form 1040 is not filed)
April 15: Estimated tax payment for first quarter of 2026
April 15: Contribute to individual retirement account (IRA) for 2025
April 15: Withdraw excess IRA contributions in 2025 to avoid penalty if filing of form 1040 was not extended
April 15: Contribute to health savings account (HSA) for 2025
April 15: Contribute to solo 401(k) plan or simplified employee pension (SEP) plan for 2025 by self-employed if filing of form 1040 was not extended
April 15: File 2022 tax return (Form 1040) to request unclaimed tax refund for the 2022 tax year
May 2026 Tax Due Dates
May 11: Tips for April 2026 reported to employer (Form 4070)
May 15: Deadline for certain tax-exempt organizations on a calendar-year basis to file Form 990 series
June 2026 Tax Due Dates
June 10: Tips for May 2026 reported to employer
June 15: Estimated tax payment for 2nd quarter of 2026
June 15: U.S. taxpayers living and working abroad file 2025 tax return
June 15: U.S. taxpayers living and working abroad file Form 4868 to request four-month income tax return filing extension (payment of tax not extended)
June 15: Military personnel on duty outside the U.S. file 2025 tax return
June 15: Military personnel on duty outside the U.S. file Form 4868 to request four-month income tax return filing extension (payment of tax not extended)