Recently, a grand jury indicted former Mayor Catherine Pugh in federal court on 11 different counts, three of which were tax crimes: one count of conspiracy to defraud the United States and two counts of tax evasion. Within days, she pled guilty to four charges. At S.H. Block Tax Services, we believe there are valuable […]
Federal tax laws are continually changing, and it’s becoming harder to optimize your tax return. While recent tax changes have eliminated some of the breaks and deductions available to taxpayers, there are still ways you can legally reduce your tax obligation. In this article, we’ll discuss five tips for lowering your 2019 tax bill and […]
If you are self-employed, and travel away from home on business, you can deduct certain expenses, like meals or lodging, that you ordinarily could not. If you have employees who travel, and you reimburse them for travel expenses like food and incidentals (e.g., you can also use the per diem rates so long as you […]
The deadline to submit your fourth quarter estimated tax payment is due on January 15. If you’re worried about forgetting the deadline amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, you can schedule your estimate tax payments in advance. In this blog, we discuss how paying estimated quarterly taxes ahead of the deadline can […]
For many individuals and companies, taxes are something you only worry about in March and April as you rush to file and cross your fingers for a large return. If this sounds familiar, it’s time to look into year-long tax planning. Tax-planning is the practice of considering how your taxes affect your overall financial situation […]
If you’ve been wrongly accused of tax fraud or tax identity theft, you’re not alone. The IRS has been cracking down on tax scams, and while their efforts have drastically decreased instances of legitimate fraud, they’ve also managed to accidentally catch innocent taxpayers in their web. Keep reading to learn more about IRS efforts to […]
Receiving any notification from the IRS can be stressful, but receiving a notice that you’re being audited is enough to make anyone panic. The IRS conducts audits for any number of reasons — and not necessarily because you have done anything wrong. However, even if you are sure that you have nothing to worry about, […]
Have you noticed how many tax preparation firms and other companies hype up tax refunds? While getting a large tax refund may seem exciting, you could have had that money already with a proper withholding strategy. At S.H. Block Tax Services, we think you should hold onto your hard-earned money. Keep reading to learn more […]
It can be challenging to tell if an IRS agent is legitimate, especially if they show up at your home or place of business and you feel flustered by the threat of IRS action. Giving away sensitive tax or identity information to a scammer can have devastating consequences. However, if the IRS actually is at […]
Does managing your business financials give you a headache? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Between the cost, time, and paperwork, it’s no wonder that 40% of small business owners state that bookkeeping and taxes are the worst part of owning their own business. Do you want to spend less time pouring over your books and […]
