Tax Alerts

IRS Reminds Taxpayers To Estimate Their Tax Withholding And Not Rely On Refunds Alone, IR-2022-186

The IRS has urged taxpayers to review their tax withholding to avoid any big surprises, such as a big refund or a balance due, during the tax time in 2023 and avail benefits from any changes arising due to marriage, divorce, new tax law, a new child or home purchase and adjust their tax withholding accordingly.

The IRS has announced that, Tax Withholding Estimator also available in Spanish, can help workers, retirees, self-employed individuals and other taxpayers for effectively tailoring the amount of income tax they should have withheld from wages and pension payments based on their complete set of facts and circumstances. In other cases, it can help taxpayers see that they should withhold more or make an estimated tax payment to avoid a tax bill when they file their tax return next year. However, when taxpayers withhold too much, it typically results in a refund. The IRS has urged taxpayers to keep the following facts regarding refunds in mind:

  • Proper withholding adjustments help people boost take home pay rather than be over withheld and get it back as a tax refund.
  • Most refunds may be issued in 21 days or less from an error-free and paperless tax return, but many take longer.
  • Refunds should not be relied upon, for big purchases.
  • Direct Deposit is the easiest and most convenient way to get a refund.
  • Paper return processing delays stemming from the pandemic are six months or more.

Some unforeseen life events can be a trigger to make withholding adjustments. They include:

  • Coronavirus tax relief offers help to taxpayers, businesses, tax-exempt organizations and others affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19).
  • Special tax law provisions may help taxpayers and businesses recover financially from the impact of a disaster like wildfires and hurricanes, especially when the federal government declares their location a major disaster area.
  • Loss of a job is an unfortunate circumstance which can create new tax issues.
  • The IRS advises people earning income in the gig economy to consider estimated tax payments to avoid a balance due or penalties when they file.

FL - Guidance issued on catastrophic event property damage

Florida provides guidance on catastrophic event property damage for property tax purposes. Topics discussed include the payment of property taxes, […]

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FL - Guidance issued on catastrophic event property damage

FL - Tax relief provided for taxpayers affected by Hurricane Idalia

In response to Hurricane Idalia, eligible taxpayers that file Florida corporate income tax returns with original due dates or extended […]

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FL - Tax relief provided for taxpayers affected by Hurricane Idalia

IRS Warns About ESOP Compliance Issues, IR-2023-144

As part of ensuring high income taxpayers pay what they owe, the IRS warned businesses and tax professionals to be alert to […]

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IRS Warns About ESOP Compliance Issues, IR-2023-144

Rates Used in Computing Special Use Value Issued, Rev. Rul. 2023-15

The 2023 interest rates to be used in computing the special use value of farm real property for which an election is made under Code Sec. 2032A were issued by the IRS. In the […]

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Rates Used in Computing Special Use Value Issued, Rev. Rul. 2023-15

Taxpayers Reminded of Identity Protection PINs' Importance, IR-2023-134

The IRS has reminded taxpayers about the IRS Identity Protection PIN opt in program to help protect people against tax-related identity theft. “The Identity Protection (IP) PIN is […]

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Taxpayers Reminded of Identity Protection PINs' Importance, IR-2023-134

Contractors Reminded of Expanded New Energy Efficient Homes Tax Credit, IR-2023-142

The IRS has reminded eligible contractors who build or substantially reconstruct qualified new energy efficient homes that they might qualify for a tax credit […]

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Contractors Reminded of Expanded New Energy Efficient Homes Tax Credit, IR-2023-142

IRS Reminds Educators About Expense Deductions in 2023, IR-2023-150

The IRS has reminded eligible educators that they will be able to deduct out of pocket classroom expenses upto $300 while filing their federal income tax returns next year. […]

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IRS Reminds Educators About Expense Deductions in 2023, IR-2023-150

FL - Guidance provided on 2023 tax holiday for tools used by skilled trade workers

Guidance is provided regarding the Florida sales tax holiday on tools commonly used by skilled trade workers, which is held […]

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FL - Guidance provided on 2023 tax holiday for tools used by skilled trade workers

FL - Highlands County tourist development tax rate hike announced

The Florida tourist development tax rate in Highlands County is increased from 4% to 5% effective August 1, 2023. Combined […]

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FL - Highlands County tourist development tax rate hike announced

IRS Optimizing Service and Strengthening Enforcement, IR-2023-126

The IRS delivered dramatically improved service in 2023 filing season and continues to build on this progress by focusing on critical work across the […]

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IRS Optimizing Service and Strengthening Enforcement, IR-2023-126