Department of Justice Pursuing Cryptocurrency Users
According to a recent press release from the Department of Justice (DOJ), a federal court in California issued an order authorizing the IRS to serve a “John Doe summons” on SFOX, a cryptocurrency dealer headquartered in Los Angeles. The order requires SFOX to provide the IRS with data on U.S. taxpayers who conducted at least $20,000 in cryptocurrency transactions between 2016 and 2021 with the company.
Tips for a Successful Nonprofit Audit
Preparing for your not-for-profit audit might seem daunting. Here are a few tips you can use to help the process go smoothly.
The FICA Tip Credit
The FICA Tip Credit provides relief to businesses paying employment taxes on tip income. Calculation of the credit is somewhat complex, requiring employers to determine an amount known as “creditable tips.” The creditable tips figure removes the tip income that covers the difference between the employee’s hourly wage and the minimum wage.
Separation and Divorce Tax Considerations
Taxpayers who are considering or are already in the process of ending their marriage should consider that there are plenty of financial considerations besides a simple separation of assets. Whether legally separating or divorcing, there are several tax implications to consider.
Criminals Impersonating the PA Department of Revenue
Fraudsters are impersonating the PA Department of Revenue in letters sent to Pennsylvania business owners that direct them to turn over their accounting records. The criminals are attempting to trick taxpayers into providing their sensitive financial information.