Tax

The Internal Revenue Service is increasing many of the fees for requests for private letter rulings by 26.7 percent, starting Feb. 4.

Private collection agencies that have contracted with the Internal Revenue Service to collect overdue tax debts have collected nearly $500 million since 2017, according to a new report, but that’s just a fraction of the over $30 billion owed.

Despite lofty markets, offering a “lazy” portfolio may doom a number of ill-prepared planners in the coming year, our columnist warns.

A deep dive into all the critical questions, strategies and tax planning moves for clients and their university-bound children.

The worst fiscal crisis in decades is pitting U.S. states against one another over billions in taxes from residents working from home.

A critical PPP deduction, tax extenders, business meal deductions and more are among the critical points.

The program should do more to help the economy adapt to post-virus realities, writes economist Michael R. Strain.

Some advisors say they’re busier than ever in the last weeks of 2020.

The latest round of coronavirus stimulus legislation includes some major tax provisions and changes for accountants to watch out for in the New Year.

Here are some obvious and not-so-obvious year-end tax tips to consider as we prepare ourselves and our clients for the new year.

The potential for higher rates in 2021 is real, but exactly what the rate would be, and who would pay those rates, is far from certain.

It's typically advised to shift income into the future to reduce tax bills for the current year. But experts say that may not be the best approach.

The one-two punch of major tax laws passed within four months of each other creates some interesting puzzles for advisors to solve.

The firm’s investment management division is bringing 55ip under its roof just two months since launching a partnership with the fintech firm.

From COBRA premiums to long-term care, there are surprising uses for funds in these tax-advantaged accounts.

The decisions clients make now can play a significant role in how much will be forgiven.

The outcomes of two elections in Georgia that are scheduled for Jan. 5 are expected to determine the balance of power in the Senate and may also have an impact on the kind of tax planning that accountants should be advising their clients to do.

A group of 25 Democrats in the House wrote to congressional leaders asking them to provide $12.1 billion in funding for the Internal Revenue Service, including $5.2 billion for enforcement, with an eye toward cracking down on high-income tax cheats.

For some, estimated tax payments are a non-issue. Others may earn all of their income from sources that don’t withhold amounts for federal income taxes.

Whether the law changes next year or in 2025, wealthy clients can save by using the generous provisions now.