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It’s Not Too Early to Prepare: IRS Official Tax Prep Guidance for 2026
According to the IRS, early preparation for the 2026 tax season can make filing easier and reduce mistakes. The agency recommends visiting IRS.gov/GetReady for tips on what to consider before filing. Collect important documents like bank info, W‑2s, and 1099s ahead of time.
IRS Announces 2026 Tax Year Inflation Adjustments Including Standard Deduction Changes
The IRS released annual inflation adjustments for the 2026 tax year, which affect over 60 tax provisions including standard deductions, tax brackets, and other key numbers.
IRS Raises Standard Mileage Rates for 2026 — What Drivers Should Know
The IRS has announced that the optional standard mileage rate for business use of a vehicle will increase to 72.5 cents per mile starting January 1, 2026, up 2.5 cents from 2025. This rate is used to calculate deductible costs for business mileage and applies to all types of vehicles.
IRS Warns Tax Preparers: PTIN Renewal Now Open for 2026 Season
The IRS recently reminded paid tax preparers that the Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) must be renewed annually for the 2026 filing season. This renewal is required for anyone preparing or filing tax returns professionally.
IRS Tax Filing Tools and Resources for a Smoother 2026 Filing Experience
The IRS offers online tools and resources designed to make tax preparation and filing easier. Through an IRS online account, you can view your tax records, access transcripts, update communication preferences, and manage payments.
November 8, 2021
Get ready for taxes: Easy steps taxpayers can take now to make tax filing easier in 2022.
November 3, 2021
Year-end giving reminder: Special tax deduction helps most people give up to $600 to charity, even if they don't itemize.
October 27, 2021
Additional Hurricane Ida relief from IRS: Sept. 25, Oct, 15 deadlines...
October 22, 2021
COVID relief: IRS helps employers wanting to rehire retirees or retain employees after retirement age.
October 15, 2021
IRS updates the process for frequently asked questions on new tax legislation and addresses reliance concerns.
September 22, 2021
IRS launches new webpage to assist taxpayers with refunds subject to Joint Committee on Taxation review
September 15, 2021
IRS: reminds business owners to correctly identify workers as employees or independent contractors
September 10, 2021
IRS: Cost of home testing for COVID-19 is eligible medical expense; reimbursable under FSAs, HSAs
Check out more info here.
September 7, 2021
IRS: Deadline for third quarter estimated tax payments is Sept. 15
Here are the details.
August 30, 2021
September is National Preparedness Month; IRS urges taxpayers to prepare for natural disasters
August 13, 2021
IRS: Families now receiving August Child Tax Credit payments; still time for low-income families to sign up
August 10, 2021
Treasury, IRS provide gross receipts safe harbor for employers claiming the Employee Retention Credit
August 3, 2021
Tax Pros can help clients battle identity theft risks related to unemployment
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July 30, 2021
IRS: Businesses, charities, others with Employer Identification Numbers must update responsible party information within 60 days of any change
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July 29, 2021
Paid leave credit available for providing leave to employees caring for individuals obtaining or recovering from a COVID-19 immunization
See the breakdown of payments here.
July 16, 2021
IRS Security Summit announces summer campaign to raise awareness among tax pros about identity theft; urges practitioners to boost security immunity.
Read more here.
June 24, 2021
Did you know that the IRS accounts for approximately 96% of the funding that supports federal government operations? The IRS issued the Data Book detailing the agency's activities during fiscal year 2020.
Read more and check out the Data Book here.
June 14, 2021
IRS unveils an online tool to help low-income families register for monthly Child Tax Credit Payments.
Check out the tool and more info here.
June 11, 2021
New FAQs available to aid families and small business under the American Resue Plan!
Learn more here.
June 4, 2021
Recently, the Governor announced a proposal to expand and add stimulus payments for more Californians!
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May 27, 2021
With the May 17 deadline in the past, file taxes now to get a refund or cut penalties and interest
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May 6, 2021
More than 1.1 million additional Economic Impact Payments disbursed under the American Rescue Plan; payments total approximately 164 million
May 4, 2021
As hurricane season nears, IRS reminds people to prepare for natural disasters
May 3, 2021