Those withholding employer and/or school district taxes may have to change the way they file their annual forms from now on; it’s time to go electronic.
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Financing the Sale of Your Home
Financing the sale of your home can be a great way to sell your home and make a little extra money in the transaction.
read more…How to Prevent Identity Theft in Tax Filings
Now more than ever it is of the utmost importance for CPAs to handle client data as carefully as possible; more than 127 million personal information records were exposed in 2011, causing a swell of fraudulent tax filings and delays in refund claims, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
read more…Record Retention: What You Need to Know About Employment Records
As CPAs we are very often asked the question “How long should I keep this?” Well, the answer is that it depends!
read more…Four Tips for Tax Paying Relief
April 17 is fast approaching, but those distressing over their owed taxes can now breathe a little easier; the Internal Revenue Service has expanded its “Fresh Start” initiative to help struggling taxpayers.
read more…Minimum Wage Increase
Ohio’s employers need to get ready to loosen their purse strings again.
read more…Get the Facts on Mortgage Debt Forgiveness
If your mortgage debt is partly or entirely forgiven during tax years 2007 through 2012, you may be able to claim special tax relief and exclude the debt forgiven from your income.
read more…Understanding the Tax Consequences of Partnership and LLC Debt
One of the more confusing aspects of ownership in either a partnership or Limited Liability Company (LLC) is understanding the effect that partnership or LLC debt has on an individual partner’s or member’s basis in that entity.
read more…Applicable Federal Rates for July 2013
Applicable Federal Rates are used to calculate assigned interest charges and published monthly by the Internal Revenue Service for federal income tax purposes.
read more…Ohio’s Use Tax Amnesty Program to End May 1
Taxpayers who have been taking advantage of the Ohio Consumer’s Use Tax Amnesty Program should be aware that the program will end on Wednesday, May 1, 2013.
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Since 1938, Zinner has counseled individuals and businesses from start-up to succession. At Zinner, we strive to ensure we understand your business and recognize threats that could impact your financial situation.
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. Each year, tax-related scams cost individuals thousands of dollars, and no one wants to become a victim. With the rise of phishing attempts,...
Zinner & Co. Names Laura Haines Partner
Snyder and Hilditch also promoted Zinner & Co. is proud to announce that Laura Haines, CPA, has been named a partner. Prior to her promotion, she was the firm’s Accounting Tax Services Senior Manager. “I am excited for this opportunity,” said Haines. “It will be...
Staying Safe Online During The Holidays: A Guide for Everyone
The holidays are a time for fun, gifts, and being with your family, as many people shop online, chat with friends, and share their holiday moments. While the internet can be a great place for all this, it is important to stay safe, especially during the holiday...
Ohio Homebuyer Plus Program
Many Ohioans have faced obstacles to home ownership due to rising prices and high mortgage rates. As such, the Ohio Homebuyer Plus Program is designed to assist Ohioans on their homebuying journey. Ohio is the only state to have such a program, it creates specialized...
Appeals Court grants temporary stay to BOI Reporting
On Dec. 23, the U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit granted a temporary stay of the nationwide injunction which we previously communicated with you about related to the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This stay has reinstated the enforcement of the CTA, and...
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