Taxes February 18, 2025
Should You Use Your Tax Refund to Pay Off Debt?
A refund has the potential to make a serious dent. The average refund amount in 2024 was $3,138, according to the IRS. But is paying down debt the best way to spend that money?
Taxes February 17, 2025
Trump Cabinet Member Blames Democrats for IRS Audit
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth accused former President Joe Biden’s administration of rushing an IRS audit into him in a post to social media platform X on Monday.
IRS February 17, 2025
IRS Sets Stage for Musk Adviser to Access Taxpayer Data
The IRS is poised to hand over unlimited access to taxpayer data to an adviser from Elon Musk’s government efficiency group, according to a draft agreement between the tax agency and the Office of Personnel Management.
Taxes February 15, 2025
CPA Weekly Tax News Roundup – Feb. 16, 2025
The CPA Practice Advisor Weekly Tax News Roundup is a weekly recap of tax-related news from the past week. From IRS news and tax court cases, to state, SALT, legislation and other related areas, the roundup can help you catch-up on recent changes. === Let us know if you like this new feature using the...…
Taxes February 14, 2025
Average 2025 Tax Refunds Up by More Than $300, IRS Says
Data released on Feb. 14 by the IRS shows the average refund is coming in at $2.065, up from $1,741 in 2024.
AICPA February 14, 2025
AICPA Highlights Key Concerns for Individuals to Keep in Mind During 2024 Tax Season
As taxpayers navigate the challenges of tax season, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is identifying areas individual filers to be aware of for this filing season.
Taxes February 12, 2025
Mastering Tax Season: 4 Ways to Manage Unprepared or Late Clients
Make sure to explain how their current pricing tier doesn’t include the things they need and how your additional services can help them stay on top of taxes throughout the year.
Taxes February 12, 2025
New Jersey CPA Sentenced in $9M Syndicated Conservation Easement Tax Scheme
A New Jersey accountant has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for his role in the promotion and sale of abusive syndicated conservation easement tax shelters.
Taxes February 11, 2025
$1,928 is the Average Refund Amount So Far This Tax Season
Since the start of the 2025 tax filing season on Jan. 27, the IRS has issued 3.23 million refunds with an average refund amount of $1,928 as of Jan. 31, the agency said last week.
Income Tax February 10, 2025
IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule for 2025
This chart can help you estimate when you should get your 2025 income tax return, based on when you file and a few other easy factors.
Small Business February 7, 2025
Tax Court Sides with IRS: Businesses Need to Prove Their Expense Deductions
If you’re a self-employed individual, you can deduct your “ordinary and necessary” business expenses, just like the corporate giants do. However, you’re also held to the same strict substantiation rules.
Taxes February 7, 2025
2025 IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule – Estimate When You’ll Get Your Refund
If you found this article, you're probably expecting a refund and are starting to think about doing your taxes or going to a tax pro, or perhaps you just filed, and are curious how long you need to wait for that $$$.