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Tax due date reminder: Federal form 941 and FUTA deposit (if greater than $500) are both due 4/30/12
Reminder: Happy Emancipation Day… this year’s tax filing due date is 4/17/12.
Taxpayers will have until Tuesday, April 17, to file their 2011 tax returns and pay any tax due because April 15 falls on a Sunday, and Emancipation Day, a holiday observed in the District of Columbia, falls this year on … Continue reading →
Tax penalties. When they may apply to you.
I’m frequently asked “what causes tax penalties?” or “why do I owe a tax penalty?”. Here’s an article I found in Forbes that does a great job of explaining tax penalties.
2011 Tax Planning
We are quickly approaching September 15th, 2011 which is the due date for the third estimated tax payment. If you are currently making estimated payments or have significant changes in your income, it may be necessary to evaluate whether what … Continue reading →
How to fix a mistake on a filed tax return
Did you discover an error on a tax return you’ve already filed? Here’s a good article from the Wall Street Journal that explains how to fix an error by filing an amended tax return… How to fix a mistake on … Continue reading →
Small Business Tools
Accounting Today talks about some small business tools available from the IRS that may be helpful: IRS Showcases Small Business Tools
Not ready to file? Then you need an extension…
Still not ready to file your 2010 1040? The IRS allows you to extend your return 6 months until October 17th (typically the extended due date is 10/15). To request an extension, file IRS Form 4868. Approval is automatic, but … Continue reading →
Tax Myths
Here’s a great article on some very widespread tax myths… one of my favorites is that claiming the home office deduction will lead to an audit. Read on to find more… Tax myths can lead to costly mistakes from the … Continue reading →