It’s tax season again. The office phones ring and the caller’s first question is "How much do you charge to prepare a personal income tax return"? The caller is price-shopping, looking for the lowest … [Read more...] about WHY I USE A TAX PROFESSIONAL TO DO MY TAXES
WHO IS MORE TO BLAME? TURBOTAX, THE IRS, OR CONGRESS?
Because identity theft receives much publicity during the tax season (due to increased levels of actual theft), we posted on Feb. 3, Feb. 10 & Feb. 17 as to how to reduce your risk and steps to … [Read more...] about WHO IS MORE TO BLAME? TURBOTAX, THE IRS, OR CONGRESS?
EMPLOYEE OR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR?
If you are an employer who believes that you determine whether someone who works for you is an employee or an independent contractor, you are mistaken! How many times have we heard an employer say … [Read more...] about EMPLOYEE OR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR?
IDENTITY THEFT – HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF DURING THE TAX SEASON
An identity thief uses a legitimate taxpayer’s identity to fraudulently file a tax return and claim a refund. Generally, the identity thief will use a stolen SSN to file a forged tax return and … [Read more...] about IDENTITY THEFT – HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF DURING THE TAX SEASON
IDENTITY THEFT – ACTION STEPS YOU NEED TO TAKE
Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information without your permission to commit fraud or other crimes. With the increased reports of identity theft, you need to take preventive … [Read more...] about IDENTITY THEFT – ACTION STEPS YOU NEED TO TAKE
Tax Time Identify Theft Precautions
With the tax-filing season upon us, you must be particularly aware of the threat of identity theft. Your tax return contains sensitive personal information, and scammers can use your Social Security … [Read more...] about Tax Time Identify Theft Precautions
