The Tax Professionals Blog

Extension Precautions

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

Filing a tax extension? In this article, discover how to properly estimate tax liability, meet deadlines, and avoid penalties. Ensure your Form 4868 is valid and penalty-free!

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Highlights of Internal Revenue Bulletin 2024-48 – 11/25/2024

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IRS Bulletin 2024-46 includes important updates on employee plans, excise tax changes for preventive services, and revocation of IRC 501(c)(3) status for non-compliance.

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Insurance Agent Termination Payments

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

Termination payments for retiring insurance agents are subject to specific tax rules. Learn how these payments are treated as ordinary income and the criteria for SE tax exemptions.

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Highlights of Internal Revenue Bulletin 2024-47 – 11/18/2024

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

IRS Bulletin 2024-47 covers essential updates on retirement plan adjustments, preventive services coverage rules, 501(c)(3) status revocation, and housing credit carryovers for 2024.

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Forcing Itemized Deductions Can Reduce the Alternative Minimum Tax

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

For clients facing the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), electing itemized deductions can reduce their tax bill. Learn this valuable tax strategy to save money and simplify AMT calculations.

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