Synopsys: IRC Section 179D Energy Efficient Tax Credit Expansions Section 179D Updates The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 substantially increases the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 179D energy-efficient commercial building deduction, which will benefit the architecture, engineering, … [Read more...]
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022: Tax Implications for Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT), EV Incentives and 1031 Exchanges
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022: An Overview Article Summary Aim of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Carried interest treatment Changes to Section 179D Incentives and Qualifications Increases to the R&D Tax Credit 15% minimum tax on large corporations (AMT) 1% excise tax on stock … [Read more...]
A Guide To Cryptocurrency Taxes
Cryptocurrency Tax Consulting | Millan & Co. P.C. | Certified Public Accountants Cryptocurrency Tax Guide Summary Cryptocurrency Taxes 101 Taxable and non-taxable crypto events Calculating cryptocurrency tax Accounting methods for cryptocurrency Capital Gains and Cost Basis FIFO, LIFO … [Read more...]
PayPal, Venmo And Most Payment Apps To Report Payments of $600 Or More To IRS In 2022
Payment processing apps such as PayPal and Venmo will now be required to report transactions of $600 or more to the IRS in 2022. Article Summary Beginning Jan. 1, 2022, if you receive $600 or more payments for goods and services through a third-party payment network, such as PayPal, Venmo or … [Read more...]
Are Your Business Meals And Entertainment Expenses 100% Deductible?
Article Summary This article attempts to help provide clarification for taxpayers in avoiding conflicts with the IRS with respect to business meals. On January 1,2018, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) invalidated the general deduction of business entertainment expenses. Nonetheless, as stated … [Read more...]
Biden’s Capital Gains Plan: Proposed Changes May Affect Your Current and Planned Investments
Biden's Proposed Tax Plan Includes Significant Capital Gains Changes The Biden administration has recently released its proposed budget (aka "Green Book") for the 2022 fiscal year. The U.S. Treasury indicates the $6 trillion budget aims to improve infrastructure, clean energy, research & … [Read more...]
Gaining Clarity: The R&D Tax Credit – Eligibility & Misconceptions
Topics What Is The R&D Tax Credit? Eligibility Benefits Misconceptions R&D Tax Credit Eligibility: The Four-Part Test Required Documentation Changes to the R&D tax credit in 2022 What is the R&D Tax Credit? The R&D tax credit is available to companies developing improved or … [Read more...]
Mark Your Calendars – Congress Enacts New Due Dates For Taxes
On July 31 Preseident Obama signed the short-term mass transit and highway funding extension bill into law, which continues to provide funding for transportation projects. Additionally, Congress included in the bill a number of changes to tax return due dates, tax extension lengths and statutes … [Read more...]
These Mistakes Could Lead To An IRS Audit
Tax season is here once again. Keep these common mistakes and pitfalls in mind when filing your tax return to avoid a visit from the Internal Revenue Service. Accurate Income Reporting The income reported on Form W-2 and Form 1099 needs to match the income reported on your return. Inaccurate data … [Read more...]
Benefits of an Audit
The benefit of an audit is that it provides assurance that management has presented a "true and fair" view of a company's financial performance and position. An audit underpins the trust and obligation of stewardship between those who manage a company and those who own it or otherwise have a need … [Read more...]