Our Government at Work Continues…

The recent reductions in the IRS’ budget are negatively impacting taxpayer service.  All are experiencing longer wait times to talk to a live person on the phone, processing delays with correspondence and more time standing in line at Taxpayer Assistance Centers. Also...

Employees with 1099’s

In the past I have seen this from time to time.  But, this year I seem to be seeing a few more employees with W-2’S that also received 1099’s from their employers. I know that the statisticians have been saying that this is where businesses are moving to and that last...

Non-filers

The last couple of years I seem to be taking on clients that are a it behind in the filing of their tax returns.  This is not a real problem for me, I prepare the returns for them to file.  You cannot electronically file old returns. But something new has happened in...

2012 Auto Depreciation

The IRS has changed the auto depreciation for autos that are put into service during 2012. There is a $100 increase from 2011, the 2012 first-year ceiling is $11,160 for new cars and $3,160 for used cars.  The second- and third-year caps are $5,100 and $3,050. After...

Minority Owners Beware…

Have you ever wondered what happens to an owner who has less the 51% and is kicked out of the business?  You were right it can be your worst nightmare. There has been a recent court case on this matter. A locked-out partner still has to report his share of partnership...

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