Accountants and other finance professionals who want to better serve low-income and underserved communities can start by understanding the access barriers these groups face in order to provide them with advice that is tailored to their needs. The Impact of COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted families from all walks
At times, you might need to reset or remove the password from the QuickBooks company file. Due to the increasing number of cyber security threats, QuickBooks takes vigorous measures to protect user’s data, and QuickBooks Automated Password Recovery Tool is the only way to reset the QuickBooks password that is
What would cause a tax professional to need to review R&D tax benefits for midsized or smaller clients? The main tax savings can arise from the federal benefit, but many states also have benefits. The usual focus is the R&D tax credit – officially “research and experimental credit” – which isn’t
Most QuickBooks users face issues while doing online banking in QuickBooks that arise because of the faults made by users while setting up banking and QuickBooks on Windows. QuickBooks Error 2000 is one such error that appears while accessing online banking in QuickBooks and can appear in both versions of
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other extenuating circumstances, more people than ever are freelancing. Whether you are part of the “gig” economy (Uber, Airbnb, etc.) or are working as a freelancer, you should be aware of the many tax implications of freelance work. Typically, you will receive a 1099-NEC (Non-Employee
The IRS announced (IR-2021-251, 12/17/21) that standard mileage rates are on the rise for the 2022 tax year. The increases are bigger than they’ve been in recent years, reflecting higher prices at the gas pumps. The recordkeeping requirements are, however, significantly less burdensome. The 2022 rates for vehicles, including passenger
Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) is the service offered by the U.S. Department of Treasury. This service is free and is used by the IRS for employer tax payments. A 4-digit EFTPS PIN and password are provided to you when you enroll for it. These details are further required
The Tax Court recently warned that although there are exceptions for when a traditional IRA can invest in gold, those that do best meet the requirements spelled out by the IRS. Basic rules: When you set up an IRA, the funds are handled by a custodian that oversees the investments. Typically,
Because payroll and HR providers offer such a wide range of services, you can now choose a solution provider that not only takes the friction out of the process, but also fulfills your clients’ needs. Today, firms have more choices when it comes to payroll with four basic models—outsourcing, in-house,
For many people, the COVID-19 pandemic has been a wakeup call. Few people have said at the end of their lives, “I wish I spent more time at the office.” You may have clients who are wondering whether they can retire early. You may have others who are in great