Taxes February 6, 2026
IRS Issues Proposed Rules on Clean Fuel Tax Credit
The Treasury Department and the IRS released proposed regulations Feb. 3 on the clean fuel production credit under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Tenenz – Laser Link
Laser Link is an easy to use year-end compliance reporting solution. Built around forms data entry screens, the system is easy to navigate and use. New for the current release is compatibility with Windows 8/8.1. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars Laser Link is a locally installed solution but is also capable for use in...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Spokane Computer – MAG-FILER
MAG-FILER is a year-end tax compliance solution used to process W-2 and 1099 forms through paper and electronic filing. The software solution is an all-inclusive design without multiple modules to purchase or consider. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars MAG-FILER installs as a local machine program or on a network with multiple users. During the...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of EG Systems – W-2/1099 Filer
W-2/1099 Filer is a year-end form compliance software solution. New for the current release is an enhancement to the on-screen, prior year data view and additions to state electronic filing compliance. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars W-2/1099 Filer is installed on local machines, but can also be used in a multi-user, network environment for...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Advanced Micro Solutions – 1099-Etc.
1099-Etc is a payroll software solution designed to prepare a variety of period-end, year-end and related state payroll forms. With available add-on modules, 1099-Etc supports after-the-fact and live payroll, electronic filing and other payroll related functions. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars 1099-Etc is a modular system that can be installed locally on machines, through...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of AccountantsWorld – After-the-Fact Payroll
After-the-Fact Payroll is part of a suite of products offered by AccountantsWorld. Each product in the product lineup is wholly cloud-based to assist public practitioners in achieving a constant connection to client data. After-the-Fact Payroll is intended as a payroll system, but has a number of features specific to assist in year-end tax reporting. Basic...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Tax-Mate 1099 Advisor from Form Magic, Inc.
Tax-Mate 1099 is a year-end compliance solution that comes in four editions, Print, Print Plus, Transmittal, and Advisor with each edition providing more features, respectfully. This article will focus on Tax Mate 1099 Advisor due to the focused effort on accountant centric features. Basic System Functions – 5 Stars Tax-Mate 1099 Advisor installs on local...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Real Business Solutions – W2 Mate
W2 Mate provides an easy to use year-end compliance reporting system. With the ability to integrate with a number of popular accounting systems, W2 Mate offers a solution that is cost effective for preparing W2s and 1099s in-house and by public accounting firms. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars W2 Mate installs on local machines...…
October 10, 2014
IRS Makes Canadian Retirement Plans Eligible for Automatic Tax Deferral Similar to IRAs
Americans and Canadians with registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs) and registered retirement income funds (RRIFs) now automatically qualify for tax deferral similar to that available to participants in U.S. individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and
October 10, 2014
More Businesses Using E-File for Taxes
The IRS says that business e-filing of tax returns rose nearly 10 percent this year, continuing the growth that has seen the number of corporate and partnership returns filed electronically double in just four years, the Internal Revenue Service said toda
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Bloomberg BNA Income Tax Planner
Bloomberg BNA, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bloomberg L.P. is a publisher of specialized news for business, offering several software programs used by tax and accounting professionals. BNA Income Tax Planner with optional Fifty States creating both federal and state tax plans for clients with complex tax situations. Basic System Functions: 4.75 Stars BNA’s tax...…
October 10, 2014
5 Networking Tips for State and Local Tax (SALT) Practitioners
You probably know the income, sales, and use tax rules in your own state and local jurisdictions without having to do much research. But what if a new client walks in the door and presents you with a tax situation in a state where you have not practiced b
October 9, 2014
Report: IRS Field Collectors Need to Focus on Cases with Better Potential
The IRS field workload selection process is not designed to ensure that cases with the highest collection potential are identified, selected, and assigned to be worked, according to a new report.