Taxes August 30, 2025
SPECIAL SERIES: Spotlight on 2025 ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Tax Law Changes
This series of articles spotlights key tax issues and changes made to tax law in 2025 and the years to come as a result of the OBBBA.
Taxes May 28, 2025
Chrisleys’ Former Accountant Wants a Trump Pardon, Too
Peter Tarantino, who was convicted of helping reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley evade taxes and sentenced to three years in prison, says he plans to ask President Donald Trump to pardon him, too, a day after the couple found out they’d be freed.
Taxes May 27, 2025
Pending Tax Legislation Will Result in Cancellation of IRS Direct File
The tax bill that passed the House and is headed to the Senate includes a provision to end the IRS Direct File program.
Taxes May 23, 2025
IRS Gives Select Taxpayers Until June 16 to File 2024 Returns
For U.S. citizens and resident aliens now living or working abroad, including those with dual citizenship, the deadline for filing returns and paying any taxes owed is June 16, 2025.
Taxes May 16, 2025
Tax Court Delivers Bad News to Tardy Taxpayer
In a new case, an office mix-up authorizing the wrong FedEx service resulted in a missed tax deadline. The Tax Court addressed whether the “equitable tolling” doctrine grants the taxpayer a reprieve.
Taxes May 15, 2025
IRS: Applications for TCE and VITA Grants Accepted Through May 31
The Tax Counseling for the Elderly and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance grants allow eligible organizations to apply for annual funding to provide free federal tax return preparation assistance for up to three years.
Taxes May 14, 2025
Mixed Tax Results for Taxpayer on Legal Settlement
Although damages paid due to physical injuries are tax-exempt, other payments for non-physical injuries are generally subject to tax. In this case, a man who claimed he was injured while he was incarcerated walked away with a split decision.
Taxes May 12, 2025
IRS: No Change to Tax Interest Rates for Q3 of 2025
For individuals, the rate for overpayments and underpayments will be 7% per year, compounded daily, the IRS said on May 12.
Taxes May 12, 2025
House Tax Bill Draft Calls for $30,000 SALT Cap, Leaves Out Millionaire Tax
The House Ways and Means Committee release of the tax measures, ahead of planned debate on the panel Tuesday, is a sign the Republican-controlled chamber is moving toward a floor vote this month on the legislation.
Taxes May 12, 2025
IRS Opens 2026 Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic Grant Application Period
Under Internal Revenue Code Section 7526, the IRS awards matching grants to qualifying organizations to develop, expand, or maintain an LITC. Eligible organizations may request up to $200,000 for the 2026 grant year.
Taxes May 9, 2025
House Tax Panel Releases Partial Version of Trump Bill
The House Ways and Means Committee on Friday night released a partial version of President Donald Trump’s tax proposal that calls for increasing the maximum child tax credit to $2,500 and raising the estate tax exemption to $15 million.
Taxes May 9, 2025
IRS Issues New Warning For Taxpayers to Avoid Losing Money, Personal Data
Even if you filed your tax return for the year, the IRS warned this week that taxpayers should remain on alert for some common scams to avoid losing money and personal data.
Taxes May 9, 2025
Trump Seeks Tax Hike on Wealthy Earning $2.5 Million or More
The president’s proposal calls for creating a new 39.6% tax bracket for individuals earning at least $2.5 million, or couples making $5 million.