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Eligibility Requirements Waived for Individuals in Certain Countries Claiming Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, Rev. Proc. 2022-18

The IRS has provided a waiver for any individual who failed to meet the foreign earned income or deduction eligibility […]

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Filing Deadline for Petition to Review CDP Determination Nonjurisdictional, Eligible for Equitable Tolling, P.C. Boechler, SCt, 2022-1 USTC ¶50,142

The Supreme Court reversed and remanded a Court of Appeals decision and held that Code Sec. 6330(d)(1)’s 30-day time limit to […]

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GAO: IRS Faced Multiple Challenges During 2021 Tax Filing Season, GAO Report: Tax Filing—2021 Performance Underscores Need for IRS to Address Persistent Challenges (GAO-22-104938)

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has issued a report on IRS’ performance during the 2021 tax filing season. The report […]

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Tax Gap Closer to $1 Trillion – IRS Commissioner Rettig

The gap between taxes owed and taxes collected by the Internal Revenue Service could be approaching $1 trillion, IRS Commissioner […]

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IRS’ Rettig Reiterates Backlog, Hiring Progress Before Senate Finance Committee

Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Charles Rettig remained positive that the agency will be able to return to a normal backlog […]

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IRS Dispels Common Tax Refund Myths, IR-2022-80

The IRS addressed the following common myths about tax refunds: Myth 1: Calling the IRS or visiting an IRS office […]

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Taxpayers Reminded to Report Gig Economy Income, Virtual Currency Transactions, and Foreign Source Income and Assets

The IRS has reminded taxpayers of reporting and potential tax obligations from working in the gig economy, making virtual currency […]

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2021 Earned Income Tax Credit FAQs Issued

The IRS has issued frequently asked questions (FAQs) for the 2021 Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to educate eligible taxpayers […]

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FL - Interest rates for first half of 2025 announced

The floating interest rate applicable to taxes administered by the Florida Department of Revenue on underpayments (deficiencies) and late payments […]

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FL - Interest rates for first half of 2025 announced

FL - Guidance provided on taxability of holiday decorations and lighting

The sale, rental, and associated charges for the design, installation, removal, and storage of holiday decorations and lighting are subject […]

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FL - Guidance provided on taxability of holiday decorations and lighting

IRS Warns of Charity Scams Following Hurricanes Milton and Helene, IR-2024-269

The IRS has offered some tips to taxpayers about scammers using fake charities to exploit unsuspecting donors in the aftermath […]

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IRS Warns of Charity Scams Following Hurricanes Milton and Helene, IR-2024-269

IRS Provides Safe Harbor for Amounts Paid for Condoms, Notice 2024-71

The IRS has provided a safe harbor under Code Sec. 213(d) for amounts paid for condoms. Because amounts paid for condoms are […]

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IRS Provides Safe Harbor for Amounts Paid for Condoms, Notice 2024-71

IRS Appeals Secure Messaging Program Office Launches Corporate Group Mailbox Pilot, IR-2024-247

The IRS Independent Office of Appeals (Appeals) today launched a pilot program as part of the IRS’ ongoing transformation efforts […]

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IRS Appeals Secure Messaging Program Office Launches Corporate Group Mailbox Pilot, IR-2024-247

IRS Urges Taxpayers to Enroll for IP PIN Ahead of 2025 Filing Season, IR-2024-278

The IRS has encouraged taxpayers to register for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) to strengthen their defenses against tax-related […]

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IRS Urges Taxpayers to Enroll for IP PIN Ahead of 2025 Filing Season, IR-2024-278

IRS Accelerates Work on Employee Retention Credit Claims, IR-2024-263

The IRS has made significant progress on Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims, with processing underway on about 400,000 claims, worth […]

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IRS Accelerates Work on Employee Retention Credit Claims, IR-2024-263

IRS Warns Taxpayers About Scams by Offer in Compromise Mills, IR-2024-243

The IRS has issued a warning to taxpayers to be cautious of unscrupulous promoters claiming to offer help in resolving […]

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IRS Warns Taxpayers About Scams by Offer in Compromise Mills, IR-2024-243

FL - Updated electronic address and jurisdiction database issued for determination of premiums situs

An updated electronic address and jurisdiction database is issued for the determination of Florida insurance premiums tax to the proper […]

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FL - Updated electronic address and jurisdiction database issued for determination of premiums situs

FL - Guidance provided on sales and reporting of dyed diesel fuel during hurricane helene penalty relief period

Consistent with the Hurricane Helene penalty relief announced by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Florida Department of Revenue is […]

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FL - Guidance provided on sales and reporting of dyed diesel fuel during hurricane helene penalty relief period