Tag: federal

  • Individuals Get Coronavirus (COVID-19) Tax and Other Relief

    Individuals Get Coronavirus (COVID-19) Tax and Other Relief

    Taxpayers now have more time to file their tax returns and pay any tax owed because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Treasury Department and IRS announced that the federal income tax filing due date is automatically extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020. Taxpayers can also defer making federal income tax payments,…

  • Take Advantage of the Gift Tax Exclusion Rules

    Take Advantage of the Gift Tax Exclusion Rules

    As we head toward the gift-giving season, you may be considering giving gifts of cash or securities to your loved ones. Taxpayers can transfer substantial amounts free of gift taxes to their children and others each year through the use of the annual federal gift tax exclusion. The amount is adjusted for inflation annually. For…

  • Check on Your Refund — and Find Out Why the IRS Might Not Send It

    Check on Your Refund — and Find Out Why the IRS Might Not Send It

    It’s that time of year when many people who filed their tax returns in April are checking their mail or bank accounts to see if their refunds have landed. According to the IRS, most refunds are issued in less than 21 calendar days. However, it may take longer — and in rare cases, refunds might…

  • Plug in Tax Savings for Electric Vehicles

    Plug in Tax Savings for Electric Vehicles

    While the number of plug-in electric vehicles (EVs) is still small compared with other cars on the road, it’s growing — especially in certain parts of the country. If you’re interested in purchasing an electric or hybrid vehicle, you may be eligible for a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500. (Depending on where…