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Significant changes announced to IRA rollover rules

Significant changes announced to IRA rollover rules

The IRS announced changes to the rollover rules relating to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) as a result of a recent Tax Court case (Bobrow v. Commissioner). Prior to the Court’s decision, an individual could take cash distributions from multiple IRAs and obtain tax free rollover treatment so long as the funds were rolled over to […]

Federal and State Fundraising Rules and Regulations Nonprofits Must Know

Federal and State Fundraising Rules and Regulations Nonprofits Must Know

Alexander Aronson Finning CPAs, in collaboration with Lawyers Clearinghouse, invites you to attend a complimentary “Community Investment Series” Seminar. Participants will discuss: Charitable Solicitation Statutes; The Uniform Registration Statement (URS); Internet Solicitations (i.e. a “Donate Now” button); and How States are Enforcing State Laws Governing Solicitation of Money. When October 23, 2014 8:30 am – 11:00 am Where Boston […]

June Tax Reminder: Estimated Tax Payments & Foreign Bank Account Reporting

June Tax Reminder: Estimated Tax Payments & Foreign Bank Account Reporting

June is traditionally viewed as a mid-point between the original and extended due dates for filing business, fiduciary, and individual tax returns. However, there are two significant dates that warrant attention. Estimated Tax Payments June 15 is the date for making 2nd quarter estimated tax payments for corporations with calendar year ends, fiduciaries,and individuals.  Because […]

Taxpayer IRS Scam Alert – Tax Return Report

Taxpayer IRS Scam Alert – Tax Return Report

We have been alerted that a number of taxpayers are receiving emails from scammers representing themselves as IRS agents. The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email to request personal or financial information – this includes any type of electronic communication, such as text messages or social media. In late March, a number of phishing […]

Watch out for IRS phishing scams

Watch out for IRS phishing scams

We have been alerted that a number of taxpayers are receiving emails from scammers representing themselves as IRS agents. The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email to request personal or financial information – this includes any type of electronic communication, such as text messages or social media. Taxpayers are receiving emails claiming to be […]

Requirement to Notify IRS of Changes to Responsible Party

Requirement to Notify IRS of Changes to Responsible Party

Beginning January 1, 2014, any entity with an EIN (Employer Identification Number) must file Form 8822-B to report the latest change to its responsible party. The “responsible party” is the person who has a level of control over the funds or assets in the entity that, as a practical matter, enables the individual, directly or […]

2013 Year End Tax Planning Guide & Reminder

2013 Year End Tax Planning Guide & Reminder

AAF is pleased to provide you with detailed tax planning guides that we know you will find helpful in navigating the numerous tax updates taking effect in 2014! If you have not done so already, there is still time to consider tax-saving opportunities. These Tax Guides are organized into sections discussing year-end, as well as […]

2013 Year End Tax Planning Guide & Reminder

2013 Year End Tax Planning Guide & Reminder

AAF is pleased to provide you with detailed tax planning guides that we know you will find helpful in navigating the numerous tax updates taking effect in 2014! If you have not done so already, there is still time to consider tax-saving opportunities. These Tax Guides are organized into sections discussing year-end, as well as […]

IRS Modifies Use-It-Or-Lose-It Rule For Employee Medical Flexible Spending Accounts 

IRS Modifies Use-It-Or-Lose-It Rule For Employee Medical Flexible Spending Accounts 

On Thursday, October 31, 2013, the Internal Revenue Service issued Notice 2013-71, relaxing the longstanding “use-it-or-lose-it” rule for employee medical flexible spending accounts (“FSAs”). In addition, for the first time the Notice allows employees to carry forward up to $500 of unused salary reduction amounts to a subsequent cafeteria plan year. The carryover option is […]