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Q&A: Keys to a Successful Firm
SumNews, March 2021- “It is important to keep an eye on the future of the profession and to respond nimbly to the rapid pace of change,” says AAFCPAs’ managing partner Carla McCall.
IRS Extends Federal Income Tax Filing Deadline for Individuals
AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware that the Treasury Department and the IRS recently announced that the federal income tax filing deadline for individuals will be postponed to May 17, 2021 from April 15, 2021. It is still AAFCPAs’ intention to complete individual filings by April 15th, unless you have heard otherwise from your AAFCPAs tax professional. What You Need […]
How a Strong Firm Culture Keeps CPAs Focused in Difficult Times
This tax season is a challenging time for CPA firms, and the goal posts seem to continue to move further away. While the IRS was initially steadfast in maintaining regular tax deadlines in 2021, that is giving way to new discussions about extending the filing season in a fashion similar to 2020. This extension may […]
S Corporation Diligence to Avoid Inadvertent Termination and Loss of Tax Benefits
The S corporation remains a popular entity choice, combining the liability protection of a corporation with many of the tax benefits of a partnership. However, these benefits come at a price: S corporations must comply with strict requirements that limit the number and type of shareholders, prohibit complex capital structures, and impose other restrictions. Advantages […]
Non-Profits Eligible for ERTC, up to $19,000 per Employee
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, signed on December 27th, 2020, is expanding eligibility for the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) by allowing those who received Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans to qualify. Prior to December 27, 2020, PPP loan recipients could not also file for eligible tax credits. For nonprofits, the ERTC is taken against […]
5 Tips for Safe Intrafamily Loans
If a relative needs financial help, offering an intrafamily loan may be a viable solution. But if not properly executed, such loans can carry negative tax consequences, such as unexpected taxable income, gift tax, or both. AAFCPAs Outlines Five Tips to Help Avoid Unwelcome Tax Surprises with Intrafamily Loans: Create a Paper Trail. In general, […]
Guidance on Identity Theft Involving Unemployment Benefits
In a recent announcement, the IRS urged taxpayers who received Forms 1099-G for unemployment benefits they did not actually get because of identity theft to contact their appropriate state agency for a corrected form. States issue Forms 1099-G to the taxpayer and to the IRS to report what taxable income, such as refunds or unemployment […]
IRS Issues Early Drafts of International Tax Reporting Forms, Form 5471 & FINCEN 14
AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware that the IRS has issued early drafts of revisions to international tax Forms 5471 and FINCEN14 (formerly known as FBAR). What’s New with Form 5471? Internal Revenue Service Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations (CFC), has been in existence for many […]
How Will New COVID-19 Legislation Affect Your Taxes?
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, signed into law on Dec. 27, provides relief in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including another round of “recovery rebate” payments to individuals and an expansion of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan program for businesses and other employers. The legislation also includes some tax relief for businesses and individuals. AAFCPAs […]