Ask TaxMama Issue 614 – Sky s the Limit

Dear Family,

While I was working on today’s newsletter, a stunning bit of news crossed my desk. Rob Nance, who founded AccountingWeb.com is exiting. The CEO of Sift Media, his parent company, said some wonderful things about Rob’s accomplishments. But, that won’t make up for Rob’s not being there. At least not for me. Rob Nance has been a mentor and friend to a great many of us nerdy accountants and tax pros. He has pushed us to write and teach – and encouraged us when we were discouraged. Yes, sometimes that even happens to TaxMamas. Rob doesn’t even know the impact he has had on the many people whose live he’s touched.

When things wind down, Rob will inevitably be looking for work again. Whoever ends up hiring him will be very fortunate. I am looking forward to see what new adventures he has. Especially since he always includes all of us. Thanks ROB!

Speaking of inspiration, today is the anniversary of the 50s TV series Sky King. That was the first time I saw a girl (quite a bit older than me at the time, but still a girl) doing things guys do. Seeing a girl like Penny meant a lot. She was actively working on the ranch – and flying an airplane. (In the 50s???) Being the only girl in a family of boys, naturally, I emulated the boys and expected to be permitted to do all the things they did. It always took me aback, in each instance that I came up against limits on what girls were permitted to do – when it was clear we were perfectly able to do the same things. Sometimes, even better. (grin)

You probably don’t even know what I am talking about today. This country has come so far beyond that mindset, due to the battles fought by some powerful (and perhaps unpopular, or controversial) women. My childhood was shaped by those prejudices. I am so glad your life is not.

In IRS News today, IRS has extended the time to file returns and reports for the estates of people who died in 2010. David and Mary Mellem explains the generous provisions related to employee cell phone usage.

In today’s Money Funnies & Inspiration, we learn how to economize on nursing home costs – and to even make the experience much more fun!

A Week of TaxMama’s TaxQuips

Another Deadline 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 […] Read the full article →

Land and Lot Today TaxMama hears from Mark in the TaxQuips Forum, who got denied – again. Let me summarize – Mark bought land in March of 2009. Bought a manufactured home in April of 2010 – and had the property graded, receiving the occupancy permit by June of 2010 – before the deadline for the First Time […] Read the full article →

Putting Life on Hold Today TaxMama hears from Kris in the TaxQuips Forum, with a long story. Let me summarize. Her boyfriend is behind on filing personal and payroll tax returns. He tried to get help from an accountant who may have overcharged him, and did not complete the work because he couldn’t pay the bill. They want […] Read the full article →

Residence or Travel Today TaxMama hears from Susan in the TaxQuips Forum, with this issue. “We have a rental property that we want to re-establish residency in for the 2 year period without selling our current home we live in. I have to go back to work near the rental property so it is my plan to stay […] Read the full article →

Small Business Taxes Made Easy

The new, award-winning Small Business Taxes Made Easy is getting lots of attention. Andrew collected some of the reviews and awards generated by this book.

This week’s question for you – How can your business you write off the entire cost of your family’s medical care, including health insurance?

Read Chapter 10 of Small Business Taxes Made Easy to learn the secret.

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TaxMama Interviews

The ABA Journal and US News and World Reports…well, those won’t appear for a few more weeks.

The Los Angeles Times in Liz Weston’s column – about renting out your home.

TaxMama Writing:

This week’s Equifax article is – The Tax Effects of School Supplies and Courses

AccountingWeb.com Blog – watch for review of a new book, In For a Pounding by Donald Jay Korn. Another Anderson Crown mystery story https://www.amazon.com/Pounding-Anderson-Crown-ebook/dp/B005CSHNPK

MarketWatch is – Do you know your taxpayer rights? Take this quiz

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09/30/2011 Last day to establish SIMPLE plans for current year
09/30/2011 Time for businesses to consider setting up retirement plans
10/17/2011 Personal Returns due – Nonresident, US income, etc.FINAL DEADLINE
10/17/2011 Personal Returns due – Easy – Final Deadline
10/17/2011 Personal Returns due – Not Itemizing – Final Deadline
10/17/2011 Deadline for Schedule C filer to fund SEP-IRAs for previous year.
10/17/2011 Net Operating Loss – Eligible Small Business carry back loss
10/17/2011 US Gift and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Return – Final Deadline
10/17/2011 Employers Make Monthly Payroll tax deposit on the 15th of each month
10/17/2011 Employers File Annual Return for Employee Benefits Plan 5500
10/17/2011 Employers File Annual Return for Employee Benefits Plan 5500-EZ
10/31/2011 3rd Quarter Payroll Taxes Due
10/31/2011 Employer’s Deposit Federal Unemployment (FUTA)
10/31/2011 3rd Quarter Federal Excise Tax Return & Payment Voucher – Form 720

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