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One Day 10 Years Ago, I Stopped Paying My Taxes. I Don’t Regret a Thing.: I ignored the IRS for an entire decade and got away with it. I think.
slate.com/human-interest/2024/04/taxes-file-pay-2024-stop-paying-irs.html
Monday was the last day to file your taxes, and if it seems like you didn’t get a refund like you used to, you’re not alone.
In fact, it’s a growing trend ... Show more www.politico.com/news/2024/04/15/tax-fewer-people-getting-refunds-00152248
Janet Yellen: The internet is obsessed with what she eats in China: Ever since she ate mushrooms that can have psychedelic effects in Beijing last July ...
apnews.com/article/yellen-china-us-food-beijing-f4cd5106eb5458ed390d903266e4eb35
Quick Glance: China and U.S. to Engage in Intensive Talks on Economic Balance
- US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced intensive talks with China to address America's competitive disadvantages.
- Both sides will engage in intensive discussions on balanced economic growth and initiate exchanges on combating money laundering.
- Yellen emphasized the importance of addressing American concerns regarding overcapacity in Chinese production.
- The meetings will be held under existing economic and financial working group frameworks to address balanced growth and money laundering.
When rogue brokers switch a person's ACA health insurance, tax surprises can follow
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/15/1244820008/tax-irs-health-insurance-aca-obamacare
Bogus 'tax service specialists' duped business owners in latest Covid relief debacle, IRS says
nbcnews.com/news/investigations/bogus-tax-service-specialists-duped-business-owners-latest-covid-relie-rcna147183
My daughter has special needs. Can the IRS take money from a trust in her name?: ‘I am not in any trouble and nor do I currently owe any money to the IRS ...
marketwatch.com/story/my-daughter-has-special-needs-does-the-irs-have-the-authority-to-take-money-from-a-trust-that-i-set-up-in-her-name-440ccd13
When rogue brokers switch people’s ACA policies, tax surprises can follow: Some tax filers this year face an added complication: Their returns are being rejected ...
bostonherald.com/2024/04/19/when-rogue-brokers-switch-peoples-aca-policies-tax-surprises-can-follow/
How to file your tax returns: 6 things you should know this year: For something that's legally required, taxes can be confusing. This guide covers the latest ...
npr.org/2023/02/22/1158816222/how-to-prepare-for-tax-season
Quick Glance: Gender Pay Gap in UK Supermarkets and Income Impact
- UK supermarkets are closing gender pay gap, with Morrisons experiencing a rise.
- Ocado and Lidl show the most improvements, while Morrisons has the largest gap.
- Hourly pay differences are reported by government service.
- Equality initiatives and workplace improvements at M&S and Co-op.
How much money do you make compared to the rest of SC? For Tax Day, we mapped IRS returns
postandcourier.com/news/special_reports/interactive/tax-day-irs-income-tax-data-viz/article_d06ee5ee-fb32-11ee-87d3-fba1a4e1a6a3.html
CX Daily: How Billions in Bitcoin Laundered From China Ended Up in British Hands - mailchi.mp/caixin/cx-daily-june-9-asias-ruined-run-of-pandemic-success-279555
How To Invest Your Tax Return: When thinking about how to invest your tax return, prioritize your financial health over aggressive – and risky – ideas like ...
kiplinger.com/investing/how-to-invest-your-tax-return
U.S., China to hold more financial shock exercises, Treasury officials say: The U.S. and China are deepening cooperation on financial stability issues, U.S ...
reuters.com/business/finance/us-china-hold-more-financial-shock-exercises-treasury-officials-say-2024-04-08/
Charted: Sacrifices people make to afford rent or mortgage payments: A striking share of renters and homeowners across the U.S. are skipping essentials like ...
axios.com/2024/04/06/housing-rent-mortgage-sacrfices-redfin-report-2024
IRS investigating almost $9B in pandemic fraud: The agency has indicted almost 800 people for COVID fraud, and has a 98.5% conviction rate.
accountingtoday.com/news/irs-investigating-almost-9b-in-covid-pandemic-fraud
More than $1 billion in federal tax refunds unclaimed as filing deadline approaches: How to claim yours
nbcnews.com/business/taxes/unclaimed-tax-refund-how-much-and-how-to-apply-what-year-rcna145604
Quick Glance: Martin Lewis Warns Taxpayers to Avoid Losing 1,000s
- Martin Lewis has issued a one-week warning to taxpayers who could risk losing hundreds if they don't take action.
- Tax allowances can be claimed up to four tax years before the current one.
- Married or partnered individuals should check eligibility for the marriage tax allowance.
- It is crucial to review the tax code and potential refunds for uniforms.
Yellen Says Moderation in Housing-Cost Gains to Help Lower US Inflation: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she expects a moderation in the rise of housing ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-13/yellen-says-flattening-rents-to-deliver-more-us-inflation-relief
Waiting on your tax refund? Here's why your return may be taking longer this year
usatoday.com/story/money/taxes/2024/03/27/why-tax-refund-taking-so-long/73100722007/
The IRS Finally Has an Answer to TurboTax: Against all odds, the government has created an actually good piece of technology.
theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2024/03/irs-direct-file/677818/
IRS Warns Taxpayers Over Online Accounts: Scammers frequently target taxpayers in the run up to the annual federal tax filing deadline.
newsweek.com/irs-warns-taxpayers-online-accounts-1885844
U.S. Seeks to Collect on Up to $20 Billion in Delinquent Covid Loans: Time is running out for small businesses and nonprofits that took out roughly one million ...
wsj.com/business/u-s-seeks-to-collect-on-up-to-20-billion-in-delinquent-covid-loans-96dd36c6
Why the IRS doesn’t believe your doctor’s note for tax-free health items: The Internal Revenue Service said companies that promote using tax-free HSA and FSA ...
washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/06/irs-hsa-fsa-eligible-food/
4 Benefits of Filing Taxes Early: One of the biggest reasons to file as soon as possible is to avoid tax fraud.
money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/the-benefits-of-filing-taxes-early
Deadline nears for Californians to claim $94 million in 2020 tax refunds. Here’s what to do
sacbee.com/news/california/article287104890.html
Affordable housing solutions: US wants to use billions in unused COVID aid: The Treasury Department has freed up funds from COVID-era programs to support ...
businessinsider.com/affordable-housing-solutions-billions-unused-covid-aid-treasury-department-2024-3
IRS Direct File Is a Good Start for Free Federal Tax Filing, But It Needs to Expand Quickly
cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/irs-direct-file-is-a-good-start-for-free-federal-tax-filing-but-it-needs-to-expand-quickly/
The IRS Is Resuming Debt Collections. Here's What to Do if You Can't Pay Your Taxes
money.com/irs-debt-collection-cant-pay-taxes/
Woman admits she stole $136K from NC cancer organization she led for years, feds say
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article287015275.html
Non-Eligible HSA Expenses: When a Doctor’s Note Isn’t Enough: It's easy to get confused about whether diet products, gym memberships, and fitness trackers are ...
kiplinger.com/taxes/hsa-expenses-when-a-doctors-note-isnt-enough
You might be one of 3.7 million people getting a letter from the IRS, but don’t panic
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/02/you-might-be-one-of-37-million-people-getting-a-letter-from-the-irs-but-dont-panic.html
Welcome to the New ‘Good’ Economy, Where Millions Get Left Behind: Prices aren't coming down, wages for many aren't catching up and rent is deeply ...
vice.com/en/article/epv77z/welcome-to-the-new-good-economy-where-millions-get-left-behind
IRS Direct File: Pilot program now open to taxpayers: The new program is accepting online returns from taxpayers in 12 states.
mashable.com/article/irs-direct-file-pilot-open
IRS refund tracker: How to track your refund online: This simple IRS tool will give you up-to-date information.
mashable.com/article/track-my-tax-refund-irs
IRS issues warning to people filing taxes: The Internal Revenue Service has a warning that expenditures for general health and wellness aren’t considered medical ...
oregonlive.com/business/2024/03/irs-issues-warning-to-people-filing-taxes.html
Claim COVID-era stimulus checks from 2020-21; time running out to get money: The Internal Revenue Service this week reminded taxpayers who haven't filed ...
cleveland.com/news/2024/03/claim-covid-era-stimulus-checks-from-2020-21-time-running-out-to-get-money.html
Here’s what to do if you get a letter from the IRS saying you owe money: Getting a letter from the IRS is never on anyone’s top 10 list of favorite things ...
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/02/heres-what-to-do-if-you-get-a-letter-from-the-irs-saying-you-owe-money.html
‘Be careful’ of companies misrepresenting health expenses, IRS warns: The IRS is warning people about how some companies may misrepresent health expenses.
pennlive.com/life/2024/03/be-careful-of-companies-misrepresenting-health-expenses-irs-warns.html
IRS contacting high-income earners who failed to file taxes: The IRS said it was able to track down 125,000 instances of people earning over $400 ...
scrippsnews.com/stories/irs-contacting-high-income-earners-who-failed-to-file-taxes/
West Des Moines firm announces third round of layoffs in less than a year: Innovation Refunds, a West Des Moines-based company that helped small businesses get ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2024/02/28/innovation-refunds-in-west-des-moines-cuts-an-additional-44-workers-irs/72761926007/
Spectrum Sailing brings inclusivity to the Newport Harbor: The OCC School for Sailing and Seamanship hosted the non profit, which helped 20 neuro-diverse kids ...
ocregister.com/2024/02/22/spectrum-sailing-brings-inclusivity-to-the-newport-harbor/
LIVE: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen speaks on lowering health care, drug costs
twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1nAKEaqgQDbKL
US January deficit drops sharply as receipts grow, tax refunds fall
reuters.com/markets/us/us-january-deficit-falls-sharply-receipts-grow-tax-refunds-fall-2024-02-12/
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says 2024 is going to be a 'very good' year for the economy
abcnews.go.com/Politics/treasury-secretary-janet-yellen-2024-good-year-economy/story
Quick Glance: Yellen Highlights Biden's Economic Policies Over Trump's
- Yellen emphasizes Biden's fair economic recovery compared to Trump's policies
- Improvement in economic signals due to Biden's infrastructure and clean energy investments
- Biden plans tax reform to tax wealthy individuals and corporations more
- Yellen says Trump's tax cuts favored the wealthy and corporations but did not lead to investments
How Much Will Commercial Property Crisis Cost Banks?: The crisis in commercial property varies from street to street as much as it does among lenders.
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-02-15/how-much-will-commercial-property-crisis-cost-banks
All 22 Types of 1099 Tax Forms, and How to Know Which Ones You'll Get: All 1099 tax forms must be postmarked by Jan. 31. Here's a rundown of which ones you might ...
cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/1099-tax-forms-explained/
The IRS got $80B to help people and chase rich tax avoiders. Here's how it's going
npr.org/2024/01/30/1227851166/tax-return-irs-danny-werfel
Quick Glance: New Tax Bill Expands Child Tax Credit and Business Breaks
- A comprehensive, bipartisan tax reform was passed by the House to expand the child tax credit for American families and reinstate tax breaks for businesses.
- The widespread support in the House was critical for the legislation, fast-tracked under a tactic known as 'suspension' by Republicans.
- The tax legislation passed would raise the refundable portion to $1,800 per child in 2023, $1,900 per child in 2024 and $2,000 per child in 2025.
- The bill would also create tax benefits for people impacted by natural disasters and strengthen the low-income housing tax credit.
Yellen says current U.S. economic growth 'vindicates' Biden's COVID-19 pandemic stimulus spending
pbs.org/newshour/politics/yellen-says-current-u-s-economic-growth-vindicates-bidens-covid-19-pandemic-stimulus-spending
Dry January is over, but are ‘sober drinks’ a healthy way to keep it going?: Nonalcoholic drinks might not be right for everyone, and experts say there are ...
cnn.com/2024/02/01/health/nonalcoholic-drinks-after-dry-january-wellness/
IRS sending LT38 collection letters again after 2-year pandemic pause: What to know
freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2024/02/14/irs-lt38-notice-collection-letters/72490692007/
IRS will start simplifying its notices to taxpayers as agency continues modernization push
apnews.com/article/irs-revenues-tax-season-treasury-a9f6244d51bbd0a8fa2c12f6e49a635c
While everyone loves and welcomes a large tax refund that can reach half a month’s salary, experts cautioned that a big IRS check could mean you’re not putting ... Show more yhoo.it/49BHjKq
IRS Struggles to Sort Legitimate From Bogus Tax-Credit Claims: Some businesses say they are still waiting for legitimate refunds for the pandemic-era credit.
wsj.com/politics/policy/businesses-cash-irs-covid-credit-mess-8fad6ba7
How rich parents give company assets to their kids and save on taxes: Rich parents can save on taxes and claim discounts on assets by using family-limited ...
businessinsider.com/family-limited-partnerships-estate-tax-real-estate-inherit-2024-2
100 million taxpayers missed out on free tax filing program: There is a legitimate IRS program that’s designed to allow 70% of taxpayers to file their federal ...
richmond.com/news/nation-world/business/personal-finance/free-tax-filing-online-irs/article_d8accb53-3845-590f-8df8-69aedd0e890c.html
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says middle-class American households have more wealth and higher earnings than before the pandemic but there is ... Show more trib.al/0pMh5mp
Amid IRS Fraud Crackdown, Small Businesses Need to Verify ERC Eligibility: As the IRS goes after both innocent mistakes and intentional fraud in pandemic-era ...
inc.com/bruce-crumley/amid-irs-fraud-crackdown-small-businesses-need-to-verify-erc-eligibility.html
Children in Turkey's quake region fail to thrive due to malnutrition, TTB reports
duvarenglish.com/children-in-turkeys-quake-region-fail-to-thrive-due-to-malnutrition-ttb-reports-news-63763
IRS penalty relief for taxpayers: What to know and who qualifies: The decision to grant the waiver is due to the IRS having suspended late-pay reminders in Feb ...
nbcnews.com/business/taxes/irs-penalty-relief-taxpayers-what-know-who-qualifies-rcna130575
H&R Block 2024 (Tax Year 2023): Excellent tax preparation from a familiar name
uk.pcmag.com/personal-finance/124264/hr-block-deluxe-2020-tax-year-2019
Quick Glance: Tax Relief: Government Reduces High-end Tax Rates
- The government reduces stage 3 tax cuts for high earners and grants broad tax relief of up to $804.
- Changes to stage 3 tax cuts are made by the Albanese government due to changing economic circumstances.
- In addition to changes in tax rates and thresholds, the government will exempt some low-income individuals from the 2% Medicare levy.
- The stage 3 changes constitute a clear broken promise - the government insisted as recently as Monday that it had not changed its commitment to the Coalition-era cuts.
States are trashing troves of masks and protective gear as costly stockpiles expire
npr.org/2023/12/20/1220726464/states-are-trashing-troves-of-masks-and-protective-gear-as-costly-stockpiles-exp
Minister cautions Kibuku leaders on malaria spray programme : Dr Aceng said following the halt of the implementation of the IRS programme in the district ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/minister-cautions-kibuku-leaders-on-malaria-spray-programme--4502914
IRS unveils 'voluntary disclosure program' for businesses duped by pandemic-era tax credit
cnbc.com/2023/12/21/irs-unveils-employee-retention-credit-voluntary-disclosure-program.html
January deaths from 'infection' surpass peak 2021 pandemic numbers in Istanbul
duvarenglish.com/january-deaths-from-infection-surpass-peak-2021-pandemic-numbers-in-istanbul-news-63666
Liberian Mayor Jefferson Koijee Sanctioned for Human Rights Violations: MONROVIA – Monrovia City Mayor and Secretary General of the Coalition for Democratic ...
frontpageafricaonline.com/front-slider/liberian-mayor-jefferson-koijee-sanctioned-for-human-rights-violations/
IRS Gives Covid, ERC Relief to Taxpayers Just Before the Holidays: The timing may be coincidental, but the IRS says two Covid-related tax relief programs will ...
barrons.com/advisor/articles/irs-covid-related-tax-relief-programs-1030332c
Top paid California non-profit CEO made $35.5 million; many others also get big bucks
ocregister.com/2024/01/10/top-paid-california-non-profit-ceo-made-35-5-million-many-others-also-get-big-bucks/
IRS Demands 20,000 People Pay Back Money They Got During COVID: The IRS's crackdown on ERC abuse involves a withdrawal program and a new disclosure initiative ...
newsweek.com/irs-demands-repayment-20000-covid-erc-fraudulent-claims-1850228
Four Lucrative Tax Deductions That Seniors Often Overlook: There are a host of tax breaks available to retirees and older Americans, but they’re easy to miss.
wsj.com/personal-finance/taxes/tax-deductions-retirement-seniors-2023-e4032733
How to use — and not lose — your FSA dollars as the end of year approaches: Spend your FSA balance before it expires by stocking your medicine cabinet.
bostonherald.com/2023/12/26/how-to-use-and-not-lose-your-fsa-dollars-as-the-end-of-year-approaches/
Opinion | Treasury’s Hidden Stash of Covid Cash: It wants to let states use billions of unspent ‘emergency’ dollars.
wsj.com/articles/treasurys-hidden-stash-of-covid-cash-pandemic-emergency-spending-7acab302
Employers get a break on sketchy ERCs: The IRS is rolling out a voluntary disclosure program to let businesses pay back Employee Retention Credits they claimed ...
accountingtoday.com/news/irs-gives-employers-get-a-break-on-sketchy-ercs
Maximize Your Savings: How to Organize Tax-Deductible Medical Expenses: Medical costs are the most fragmented taxable expenses you have. We break down the best ...
pcmag.com/explainers/organize-tax-deductible-medical-expenses
A record number of $50 bills were printed last year. It’s not why you think: Unless you’re an avid currency collector, an employee of the Bureau of Engraving and ...
cnn.com/2023/11/18/economy/historic-number-of-50-bills-were-printed-last-year/
If you didn’t get your COVID stimulus payments, the deadline is coming, IRS says: It's not too late to file for these three stimulus payments.
pennlive.com/nation-world/2023/11/if-you-didnt-get-your-covid-stimulus-payments-the-deadline-is-coming-irs-says.html
But no tax on cake sales at schools - this decision... | SÜDKURIER Online: Will students have to pay sales tax at a bake sale starting in 2025? There has been ...
suedkurier.de/baden-wuerttemberg/doch-keine-steuer-auf-kuchenverkaeufe-an-schulen-diese-entscheidung-war-mehr-als-ueberfaellig;art417930,11824430
Quick Glance: Protest at Staff Meeting: Hospital CEO Dodges Answers
- Funding journalistic content and personalized advertising through third-party tracking.
- Storing and processing information on devices for personalized ads and content.
- Purposes of processing: Personalized advertising, displaying external content, optimizing the offering, and measuring ad and content performance.
- Adding more data for better ad and content personalization, as well as measuring performance.
Liberia: CDC SG Jefferson Koijee Says U.S. Sanctions on Him Is the “Biggest Conspiracy against Me”
frontpageafricaonline.com/politics/liberia-cdc-sg-jefferson-koijee-says-u-s-sanctions-on-him-is-the-biggest-conspiracy-against-me/
From the Bureau: Suggestions for year-end charitable giving: As 2023 draws to a close, it’s a good time to make end-of-year giving plans. Charitable giving is ...
thegazette.com/business/from-the-bureau-suggestions-for-year-end-charitable-giving/
Do these things now to speed up tax refund, IRS recommends: Here's what taxpayers should be doing now.
al.com/news/2023/11/do-these-things-now-to-speed-up-tax-refund-irs-recommends.html
Quick Glance: Jeremy Hunt Plans Tough Decisions on Benefits and Inheritance Tax
- Chancellor Jeremy Hunt plans difficult decisions to reform the welfare state while cutting inheritance tax.
- Hunt emphasizes no easy way to reduce the tax burden and highlights the importance of the inflation decline.
- He announces it is the crucial moment for economic growth and refuses to disclose details about tax cuts.
- It is expected that Hunt is considering a cut to inheritance tax to gain party support.
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