Imagine getting locked out of your IRS tax account because the IRS incorrectly believes you’ve died. It’s rare, but it can happen due to processing err...
College student-athletes can now be legally paid for the use of their “name, image and likeness” (NIL) without risking NCAA eligibility. But if you sup...
If you need to speak to an IRS representative by phone, know that you’ll be required to verify your identity. You’ll be asked for your Social Security ...
Small landlords: You may be eligible for a valuable tax break. Unless you’re a “real estate professional” for tax purposes, rental losses are typical...
Earning income from a personal interest raises a key tax question: Is it a hobby or a business? This distinction is important because different tax rules a...
In May 2026, the IRS reinstated a previously discarded policy that allows taxpayers to request private letter rulings (PLRs) from the IRS, but only for “...
Debt forgiveness may result in taxes owed. Under federal tax law, gross income generally includes cancellation of debt income when a lender forgives all or...
Home renovations can improve a residence’s comfort, functionality, aesthetics and resale value. They might also provide tax benefits. You may be able to ...
Final regulations released by the IRS stipulate that partnerships no longer need to provide detailed gain and loss information to selling partners by Janua...
In 2024 and 2025, the IRS prevented $7 billion in fraudulent tax refunds and used identity theft filters to flag about 7.5 million tax returns for addition...
