Individual Tax
The ongoing debate around the federal $10,000 state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap is heating up, with states like New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut challenging an IRS rule that limits their workarounds to this cap. The outcome of this legal battle could significantly affect taxpayers in states where SALT obligations exceed the federal…
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Massachusetts is set to introduce a tax amnesty program in 2025, expected to generate a one-time $100 million revenue boost. Governor Maura Healey recently signed a budget bill authorizing a 60-day amnesty period, allowing taxpayers to pay overdue taxes without penalties. This initiative aims to bring thousands of delinquent taxpayers into compliance and significantly increase…
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The IRS has proposed new regulations that could significantly impact how interest capitalization is handled for property improvements. These changes are designed to simplify the existing rules and align them with recent court decisions. Here’s what you need to know: Key Changes in the Proposed Regulations Removal of the Associated Property Rule: The proposed regulations…
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Are you a high-income earner who hasn’t filed your taxes in years? You might want to get your paperwork in order soon. The IRS is ramping up efforts to target wealthy individuals who haven’t been filing their returns, even if they haven’t yet received collection notices. IRS’s Renewed Focus Earlier this year, the IRS announced…
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As we gear up for another round of tax discussions, it’s crucial to understand the complexities surrounding State and Local Tax (SALT) workarounds and their potential impact on taxpayers and the federal government alike. What Exactly are SALT Workarounds? In simple terms, SALT workarounds are strategies adopted by 36 states and New York City to…
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Last November, Jeff Bezos made headlines when he moved from Washington State to Florida. He said he was moving to be closer to family and his new business, Blue Origin, but journalists were quick to point out that there might have been another reason: Washington has a 7% capital gains tax, and Bezos had announced…
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Flush with a cash infusion from the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the IRS is using its new funds to provide better service to taxpayers, implement new technology, and intensify its enforcement efforts. As part of its enforcement efforts, the Service is closely scrutinizing partnerships, corporations, and high-wealth individuals to enhance tax compliance and crack…
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We are pleased to provide you with this year-end letter outlining important guidelines for compliance with federal and state rules of taxation and reporting requirements. The letter contains information regarding some of the more significant changes to the tax code from legislation enacted in the last few years. This letter also contains 2023 and 2024 payroll…
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Could a $14,000 tax bill turn into a multi-billion-dollar headache for the government? It’s starting to look that way. In June, the Supreme Court agreed to hear Moore v. United States, which, depending on how the Court rules, could have profound impact on tax revenue and important implications for Congress’s ability to levy certain taxes.…
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Just one week after Bill H. 4104 was approved 38-1 by the Massachusetts House of Representatives, Governor Maura Healey signed the $1 billion Tax Relief Bill into law. The new law aims to help the economy by making the state both more attractive to businesses and more affordable for its residents. Among other items, the…
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