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IRS Launches Digitally Authenticated Tax Compliance Report (IR 2026-97)
The IRS launched a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report available through the IRS Individual Online Account. Taxpayers can obtain and download the report when applying for a job, a loan, a go...
The IRS launched a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report available through the IRS Individual Online Account. Taxpayers can obtain and download the report when applying for a job, a loan, a go...
Rates Used in Computing Special Use Value Issued (Rev. Rul. 2026-14)
The 2026 interest rates to be used in computing the special use value of farm real property for which an election is made under Code Sec. 2032A were issued by the IRS.In the ruling, the IRS lists th...
The 2026 interest rates to be used in computing the special use value of farm real property for which an election is made under Code Sec. 2032A were issued by the IRS.In the ruling, the IRS lists th...
IRS Creates New Office to Handle Conservation Easement Cases (IR 2026-95)
The IRS has announced a new Office of Conservation Easements to improve how conservation easement cases are handled and to provide more consistent tax administration. The new office will bring togethe...
The IRS has announced a new Office of Conservation Easements to improve how conservation easement cases are handled and to provide more consistent tax administration. The new office will bring togethe...
IRS Reminds Taxpayers to Protect Client Data With Written Information Security Plan (IR 2026-92)
The IRS and Security Summit partners reminded tax professionals to protect client data with a Written Information Security Plan. Under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, tax and accounting professionals are ...
The IRS and Security Summit partners reminded tax professionals to protect client data with a Written Information Security Plan. Under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, tax and accounting professionals are ...
IRS Warns Taxpayers to Beware of Charitable Donation Scams and Improper Deduction Claims (Tax Tip 2026-58)
The IRS has reminded taxpayers to be careful when making charitable donations because scams can lead to financial loss and incorrect tax deductions. The agency said scammers often create fake charitie...
The IRS has reminded taxpayers to be careful when making charitable donations because scams can lead to financial loss and incorrect tax deductions. The agency said scammers often create fake charitie...
IRS Reminds Taxpayers to Keep Records of Charitable Donations (Tax Tip 2026-57)
The IRS has reminded taxpayers who make charitable donations to keep complete and organized records of their contributions throughout the year. The agency said good records can make filing a tax retur...
The IRS has reminded taxpayers who make charitable donations to keep complete and organized records of their contributions throughout the year. The agency said good records can make filing a tax retur...
IRS Expands Business Tax Account With New Online Features (IR 2026-87)
The IRS has added new features to its Business Tax Account (BTA) to help eligible businesses and organizations manage their federal tax responsibilities online. The agency said users can now view mo...
The IRS has added new features to its Business Tax Account (BTA) to help eligible businesses and organizations manage their federal tax responsibilities online. The agency said users can now view mo...
IRS Highlights Role of Whistleblowers in Tax Administration (IR 2026-84)
The IRS has highlighted the important role of whistleblowers in exposing fraud, reducing the tax gap and strengthening compliance. The National Whistleblower Day, on July 20, commemorates the nationâ€...
The IRS has highlighted the important role of whistleblowers in exposing fraud, reducing the tax gap and strengthening compliance. The National Whistleblower Day, on July 20, commemorates the nationâ€...
IRS Increases Optional Standard Mileage Rate for the Remainder of 2026 (Announcement 2026-11)
The IRS has announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the remainder of 2026. Optional standard mileage rates are used by employees, self-employed individuals, and other taxpayers...
The IRS has announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the remainder of 2026. Optional standard mileage rates are used by employees, self-employed individuals, and other taxpayers...
IRS Updates Premium Tax Credit Table, Required Contribution Percentage (Rev. Proc. 2026-26)
The IRS has updated the applicable percentage table used to calculate an individual’s premium tax credit and required contribution percentage plan years beginning in calendar year 2027. The percenta...
The IRS has updated the applicable percentage table used to calculate an individual’s premium tax credit and required contribution percentage plan years beginning in calendar year 2027. The percenta...
Final Regulations on QDOTs Issued (TD 10050)
Final regulations under Code Sec. 2056A have been adopted, applicable specifically to the estates of decedents that are passing property in a qualified domestic trust (QDOT) to (or for the benefit o...
Final regulations under Code Sec. 2056A have been adopted, applicable specifically to the estates of decedents that are passing property in a qualified domestic trust (QDOT) to (or for the benefit o...
IRS Reminds Businesses About Tax Rules for Seasonal and Part-Time Employees (Tax Tip 2026-53)
The IRS has reminded businesses that seasonal and part-time employees must generally follow the same federal tax withholding, Social Security and Medicare tax rules as full-time employees. The agency ...
The IRS has reminded businesses that seasonal and part-time employees must generally follow the same federal tax withholding, Social Security and Medicare tax rules as full-time employees. The agency ...
IRS Advises Newly Married Couples to Update Tax Information Before Filing Season (Tax Tip 2026-54)
The IRS has advised newly married couples to update their tax information before the next tax filing season. The agency said marriage can change a couple's taxes, so taking a few simple steps now can ...
The IRS has advised newly married couples to update their tax information before the next tax filing season. The agency said marriage can change a couple's taxes, so taking a few simple steps now can ...
IRS Explains Taxpayers’ Right to Challenge IRS Decisions and Be Heard (Tax Tip 2026-51)
The IRS has reminded taxpayers that they have the right to question an IRS decision if they believe it is incorrect. This right is part of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights and helps make sure taxpayers a...
The IRS has reminded taxpayers that they have the right to question an IRS decision if they believe it is incorrect. This right is part of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights and helps make sure taxpayers a...
National Taxpayer Advocate Releases FY 2027 Objectives Report to Congress (IR 2026-79)
The National Taxpayer Advocate has released the Fiscal Year 2027 Objectives Report to Congress, concluding that the IRS generally conducted a successful 2026 filing season despite significant operatio...
The National Taxpayer Advocate has released the Fiscal Year 2027 Objectives Report to Congress, concluding that the IRS generally conducted a successful 2026 filing season despite significant operatio...
CA - Extensions available for Calaveras County employers affected by Gann Fire
Employers in Calaveras County directly affected by the Gann Fire, which began on August 2, 2026, may request up to a two-month extension of time from the California Employment Development Department t...
Employers in Calaveras County directly affected by the Gann Fire, which began on August 2, 2026, may request up to a two-month extension of time from the California Employment Development Department t...