by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Fraud Prevention, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
Unfortunately, the IRS has once again had to warn about possible fake charity scams that are emerging due to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Taxpayers should seek out recognized charitable groups to make donations if they want to help. “While there has been an...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
Nina Olson, National Taxpayer Advocate, explained in a recent blog why taxpayers can’t rely on answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Answers and other forms of “unofficial” guidance that are posted on the IRS website. While tax...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Court Rulings, Deductions, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
In order to deduct an expense as a business expense, it must be both ordinary and necessary. An ordinary expense is one that is common and accepted in your field of business, and a necessary expense is one that’s helpful and appropriate for your business. There...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
You may be eligible for a research tax credit that can now be used to offset your federal payroll tax bill —if your small business engages in qualified research activities. The IRS recently issued guidance that explains how to take advantage of this election. This...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
The IRS recently explained a simplified method for claiming the home office deduction that offers a time-saving option. However, many taxpayers who maintain a home office fare better tax-wise by deducting expenses under the regular method, and others may not be...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
Do you know what to do if you discover an error on a previously filed individual tax return? For instance, you might have missed some tax-saving deductions and credits on your 2016 personal federal income tax return that you filed in February. Or you might have...