Here’s the 411 on who can deduct car expenses on their tax returns

IRS Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-100, July 29, 2019 Taxpayers who have deducted the business use of their car on past tax returns should review whether or not they can still claim this deduction. Some taxpayers can. Some cannot. Here’s a breakdown of which taxpayers can claim this deduction when they file their tax returns. Business owners and self-employed individuals Individuals who own a business […]

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Good tax planning includes good recordkeeping

IRS Tax Tip 2019-97, July 23, 2019 Tax planning should happen all year long, not just when someone is filing their tax return. An important part of tax planning is recordkeeping. Well-organized records make it easier for a taxpayer to prepare their tax return. It can also help provide answers if a taxpayer’s return is selected for examination or if the taxpayer receives an IRS […]

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EXTENSION FILERS: Don’t panic, just go to IRS.gov for help

IRS Tax Tip 2019-95, July 18, 2019 The deadline for taxpayers who requested an extension to file is going to be here before they know it. The deadline for these filers to submit their 2018 tax returns is Tuesday, October 15, 2019. Taxpayers who have not yet filed can find many helpful resources on IRS.gov. Here are a few of them: IRS Free File Taxpayers […]

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