There will soon be a big change for some taxpayers in how they send tax payments to the federal government or receive refunds.
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Executive Order Requires Electronic Payment of Federal Tax
On March 25, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14247, Modernizing Payments to and from America’s Bank Account. The Executive Order is intended to modernize financial operations, reduce costs, minimize fraud and eliminate inefficiencies associated with paper-based transactions.
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How to Avoid IRS Scams During Tax Season
Tax season can be stressful, but it becomes even more challenging when scammers try to take advantage of unsuspecting people.
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More time for Beneficial Ownership Information reporting
In late October, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced that certain victims of Hurricane Milton will receive an additional six months to submit Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports.
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Employee Versus Independent Contractor
DOL Final Rules on Independent Contractor Classification
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New Treasury rule limits EV Tax Credits to 19 vehicles
On Jan. 1, new rules targeting the origin of electric vehicle battery materials from countries considered hostile to the U.S. went into effect and limited the number of EVs eligible to receive U.S. tax credits.
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IRS ERC Voluntary Disclosure Program requires 80 percent payback
In late December, the Internal Revenue Service launched a new Voluntary Disclosure Program to help businesses who want to pay back the money they received after filing Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims in error.
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IRS increases 2024 contribution limits for 401(k) and IRAs
On Wednesday, the Internal Revenue Service announced it will increase the amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2024.
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IRS places a moratorium on Employee Retention Credit claims
DOJ to pursue fraud from aggressive marketing while IRS will add safeguards to prevent future abuse and protect businesses from predatory tactics
On Sept. 14, the Internal Revenue Service announced an immediate moratorium through at least the end of the year on processing new Employee Retention Credit claims, following reports of a flood of improper claims for the pandemic-era relief program.
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New changes abound for IRS in 2023, but one problem remains – backlogs
A new year ushers in many changes for the Internal Revenue Service, but one massive problem will not go away – backlogs.
While the IRS still must deal with a backlog of mail and a backed-up phone system that leaves taxpayers and practitioners on hold and frequently drops the call, changes are in the works. Among them are a potential new commissioner (Danny Werfel was nominated for the role in November 2022) and an increased budget that will give the IRS billions of dollars to spend, although it has less than two months left to develop a spending plan.
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New Ohio Withholding Rates Take Effect Aug. 1
If you are an Ohio employer, there is an important payroll update you need to act on before your next pay cycle. The Ohio Department of Taxation has issued new withholding tables that apply to all payrolls with a period ending on or after Aug. 1, 2026. These updated...
Zinner & Co. Celebrates 15 Years as TIAG Member
Zinner & Co. is proud to announce that this year marks the firm’s 15-year Anniversary as a TIAG® member.TIAG®, a division of TAG Alliances®, is an international alliance of independent accounting firms. With more than 110 firms in over 70 countries, TIAG and TAG...
Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 2026: What You Need to Know Before You Shop
School may just be getting out for most kids, but it is never too early to think about saving money on back-to-school items. The Ohio Department of Taxation recently announced the Ohio sales tax holiday is back, and with back-to-school season just around the corner,...
Important Changes to the Deductibility of Employer-Provided Meals
Beginning January 1, 2026, significant changes to the tax treatment of employer-provided meals took effect. Businesses that have historically relied on deductions for meal expenses and food-related benefits should carefully review the new rules, as they may impact tax...
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Launch CAPE Tool for Tariff Refund Claims
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has launched the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool to help importers and customs brokers claim tariff refunds following a landmark Supreme Court ruling. If your business paid IEEPA tariffs in...
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