Filing Requirements

Another Deadline

September 14, 2011

Today TaxMama wants to talk to you about filing deadlines and the consequences of ignoring them.  Dear Friends, Today is another of those tiresome deadlines. I’ve just come to realize that not everyone who is affected, understands the implications. So… If you opened up an LLC, partnership, corporation, etc. in 2010 and have not finalized [...]

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Unclear on the Concept

September 1, 2011

Today TaxMama hears from Cliff in the TaxQuips Forum, who dropped the ball. “Filing your income tax return is due April 15th, or with an extension, 10/15. However, the instructions also say that you have three years (plus any extension) to file a claim for any refund due. Which rule takes precedence?  The IRS cannot [...]

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Trustworthy Tax Negotiator

June 28, 2011

Today TaxMama hears from Judy in the TaxQuips Forum who needs help.  “I am struggling to maintain my household, have four years of back taxes to file and settle and my home was just foreclosed on. I was contacted by someone claiming that they can help negotiate a reduction in tax liability and stop any [...]

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TaxMama’s Tax Roundtable – March 2011 Session

March 21, 2011

March 17, 2011 TaxMama’s Tax Roundtable is a monthly live discussion open to all TaxMama Family Members and above, and all TaxMama’s EA Exam and Solving the Tax Puzzle Students. REPLAY today’s session below – you can listen and SEE the session and forms. Share this:

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Just in time for Valentine’s Day – Taxes for Partners!

February 11, 2011

Partners’ Filing Status Varies Federal to State, and State to State Courtesy of CCH – This article is SO important for all domestic partners to read! (RIVERWOODS, ILL., February 11, 2011) – Whether opposite-sex or same-sex marriage, civil union or domestic partnership, your relationship can have tax consequences, according to CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business [...]

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IRS Wants YOUR input – About Expanded 1099 Reporting

July 2, 2010

[TaxMama Note: I have heard a lot of griping about the proposed requirement to have businesses issue 1099s to absolutely everyone for everything. If you don't like it - SPEAK UP NOW! Not to me, but where it counts - to IRS. Here's how.] IRS Requests Public Input on Expanded Information Reporting Requirement  WASHINGTON — [...]

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Ham Radio Filing

July 1, 2010

Today TaxMama hears from William in the TaxQuips Forum with this question. “We are part of a social organization (Ham Radio Club) which is not required to apply for formal tax exempt status because its annual gross receipts are less than $5,000. Must we file the annual form 990-N?” http://taxmama.com/forum/taxquips/form-990-n-filing/   Share this:

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Why Your Business Needs A Tax Pro, Part 1

June 11, 2010

How’s Your Crystal Ball?  You’re a savvy entrepreneur and you’re smart about your money, but you’ve found yourself over your head with the IRS. There’s no need to be embarrassed about admitting that you need help sorting out your finances.  The real shame is in hiring the wrong hired gun to tame the taxman. Choose [...]

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Key IRS Audios for Your Small Business

May 14, 2010

Starting a small business can be confusing. IRS provides free audio tools and information to guide you. Share this:

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