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Filing Deadline for Individual Tax Return April 18, 2023*

IMPORTANT REMINDER Tax Deadline is April 18, 2023. Normally the tax deadline is April 15th but this year Emancipation in Washington DC is April 16th (Sunday) so it will be celbrated Monday April 17th

Imporant tax deadline can not fall on weekend or holiday so taxes for Individuals Taxes or Extensions are due April 18, 2023.

*certain people impacted by natural disaster have had their tax deadlines extended. Please contact us immediately to see if you qualify for this additional natural disaster extension.

Per the Governor of California Gavin Newsom’s Office

TAX EXTENSION

To help alleviate some of the stress many have endured during this trying period, the FTB has extended the filing and payment deadlines for individuals and businesses in California until May 15, 2023.

This relief applies to deadlines falling on or after January 8, 2023, and before May 15, 2023, including the 2022 individual income tax returns due on April 18 and the quarterly estimated tax payments, typically due on January 17, 2023 and April 18, 2023.

The IRS announced tax relief for Californians affected by these winter storms. Taxpayers affected by these storms qualify for an extension to May 15, 2023 to file individual and business tax returns and make certain tax payments. This includes:

  • Individuals whose tax returns and payments are due on April 18, 2023.
  • Quarterly estimated tax payments due January 17, 2023 and April 18, 2023.
  • Business entities whose tax returns and payments are due on March 15, 2023

In addition, FTB will suspend the mailing of collection notices to affected taxpayers for the next 30 days, beginning January 13, 2023.

Here is a link to find more information on  FTB Publication 1034, 2022 Disaster Loss: How to Claim a State Tax Deduction

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/01/13/tax-relief-for-californians-impacted-by-storms

7 Tax Strategies to take advantage of before year end and in 2018

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

was signed December 22, 2017 by president Donald Trump.

Coming late in the tax year, the passing of the tax law changes leaves little time to make smart tax moves before year end.


The following is a list of 7 popular tax planning moves you can make before year end and in 2018 to save money and reduce taxes. Please note that this is a general list of tax planning strategies and you should speak with our tax experts to see if you qualify for any of the following tax planning strategies.

  • Accelerate your charitable giving into 2017 if you will take the standard deduction in 2018
  • Pay off home equity line of credit before year end if you don’t plan to borrow against the HELOC in 2018
  • Pay 2018 home real estate tax April installment before year end. Consider AMT and NIIT.
    Pay 2017 estimated state taxes before year end. Consider AMT and NIIT.
  • Accelerate paying your 2017 medical expenses into 2017 if you will take the standard deduction in 2018
    Pay 2017 HSA contribution before April 17, 2018 and have it applied to 2017 tax year.
  • Pay 2017 Traditional IRA or SEP IRA contribution before April 17, 2018 and have it applied to 2017 tax year. Note that the due date for establishing and funding a SEP IRA can be extended with an applicable tax extension filing.

If you have any questions please contact us and speak with one of our tax experts. 800-425-0570 or email contact@MrSmartTax.com

Written by Michael R. Arrache CPA, EA

December 23, 2017

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Iggy Azalea Tax Troubles & Tips For Paying Off The IRS

Iggy Azalea Tax Trouble IRSPop singer Iggy Azalea has skirted confirming rumors of IRS troubles to the tune of $400,000. Iggy recently tweeted @IGGYAZALEA “The IRS gave the option to pay them monthly or lump sum. i picked monthly, who wouldnt?”

Great question Iggy. Read below for facts regarding late payments, installment agreements and tips for taxpayers who owe the IRS money.

Failure-to-pay Penalty – If you do not pay your taxes by the tax deadline, you normally will face a failure-to-pay penalty of ½ of 1 percent of your unpaid taxes. That penalty applies for each month or part of a month after the due date and starts accruing the day after the tax-filing due date. If Iggy owes the Feds $400,000, that means she is accruing $2,000/month of failure-to-pay penalty until her installment agreement is accepted, then reduced there-after.

Installment Agreements – An installment agreement is an option for those who cannot pay their entire tax bills by the due date. Penalties are reduced, although interest continues to accrue on the outstanding balance. In order to qualify for the new expanded streamlined installment agreement, a taxpayer must agree to monthly direct debit payments. Taxpayers seeking installment agreements exceeding $50,000 will still need to supply the IRS with a Collection Information Statement (Form 433-A or Form 433-F). Taxpayers may also pay down their balance due to $50,000 or less to take advantage of this payment option. The maximum term for streamlined installment agreements has also been raised to 72 months from the current 60-month maximum.Ten Tips for

General Tips for Taxpayers Who Owe Money to the IRS

  1. Tax bill payments If you get a bill this summer for late taxes, you are expected to promptly pay the tax owed including any penalties and interest. If you are unable to pay the amount due, it is often in your best interest to get a loan to pay the bill in full rather than to make installment payments to the IRS.
  2. Additional time to pay based on your circumstances, you may be granted a short additional time to pay your tax in full. A brief additional amount of time to pay can be requested through the Online Payment Agreement application at www.irs.gov or by calling 800-829-1040.
  3. Credit card payments You can pay your bill with a credit card. The interest rate on a credit card may be lower than the combination of interest and penalties imposed by the Internal Revenue Code. To pay by credit card contact one of the following processing companies: Link2Gov at 888-PAY-1040 (or www.pay1040.com), RBS WorldPay, Inc. at 888-9PAY-TAX (or www.payUSAtax.com), or Official Payments Corporation at 888-UPAY-TAX (or www.officialpayments.com/fed).
  4. Electronic Funds Transfer You can pay the balance by electronic funds transfer, check, money order, cashier’s check or cash. To pay using electronic funds transfer, use the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System by either calling 800-555-4477 or using the online access at www.eftps.gov.
  5. Installment Agreement You may request an installment agreement if you cannot pay the liability in full. This is an agreement between you and the IRS to pay the amount due in monthly installment payments. You must first file all required returns and be current with estimated tax payments.
  6. Online Payment AgreementIf you owe $25,000 or less in combined tax, penalties and interest, you can request an installment agreement using the Online Payment Agreement application at www.irs.gov.
  7. Form 9465You can complete and mail an IRS Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request, along with your bill in the envelope you received from the IRS. The IRS will inform you (usually within 30 days) whether your request is approved, denied, or if additional information is needed.
  8. Collection Information Statement You may still qualify for an installment agreement if you owe more than $25,000, but you are required to complete a Form 433F, Collection Information Statement, before the IRS will consider an installment agreement.
  9. User fees If an installment agreement is approved, a one-time user fee will be charged. The user fee for a new agreement is $105 or $52 for agreements where payments are deducted directly from your bank account. For eligible individuals with lower incomes, the fee can be reduced to $43.
  10. Check withholding Taxpayers who have a balance due may want to consider changing their W-4, Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate, with their employer. A withholding calculator at www.irs.gov can help taxpayers determine the amount that should be withheld.

More info about Iggy’s Tax Troubles

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California’s “Jock” Tax Explained

Better listen up Cam. California, like many other states, taxes a percentage of professional athletes’ income from “duty days” in the state. Duty days are days services are performed under contract during the pre-season, regular-season and post-season. Each state will get a pro-rata share of the professional athlete’s annual income allocated by duty days performed in the state divided by total duty days multiplied by annual compensation. Super Bowl L will be played in California where the top tax bracket is 13.3%.

Example: If Cam Newtown, the QB of the Carolina Panther’s, earns $13-million in 2015-2016 seasons and he has 200 total duty days, 10 of which are duty days in California, then he will have $650,000 of California taxable income.

If you have any tax questions please call Mr. Smart Tax, Inc. today! 949-877-3143 or toll-free 1-800-425-0570 or email us at Contact@MrSmartTax.com

LLC vs S Corporation – What’s the difference?

 

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Most every business start-up has come across the question “LLC or S corporation?”.

While this is a very common question, the response is often different depending on who you are talking to.

It should be noted that an LLC might work for some while an S corporation could be better for others – there is no “one size fits all” approach to entity selection.

In short, here are a few pro’s and con’s for the LLC and S Corporation entity structure:

 

LLC –

  • PRO – Divide profit as members see fit
  • CON – Passthrough income subject to self-employment tax if member has personal liability for debts of LLC or actively participates in trade or business of LLC

S Corporation –

  • PRO – Passthrough income is not subject to self-employment tax. Only employee-shareholder “reasonable compensation” subject to payroll taxes.
  • CON – Only issue single type of stock and must distribute profit based on percentage of stocked owned

Of course there are many more pro’s and con’s for each entity selection – feel free to call us with any questions and will be happy to discuss more (800) 425-0570.

For more related information visit the following links:

http://tiny.cc/xjz22x   IRS: Partners’ Share Of LLC Income Is Subject to Self-Employment Tax

http://tiny.cc/smz22x  5 Common Objections to Forming a Corporation or an LLC

 

 

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September 17th 6pm-8:30pm Personal Finance and Money Management

personal-financeMr. Smart Tax, Inc. will be presenting an exciting course on the basics of personal finance and managing your money. Learn how to take control of your money and strengthen your financial health whether you are starting out on your own, starting to invest or getting ready for retirement. Call to register today (800) 425-0570 or register online here

Date/Time: September 17th 6pm-8:30pm  (networking & refreshments 6pm-6:30pm; presentation 6:30pm-8:30pm)

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Equal vs Fair – What is the difference?

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Today there are many reference to fair and equal, but do we really understand what these words mean? Do the politicians blasting their fair an equal message understand what they’re talking about?

In the most basic sense:

Fair = in accordance with the rules or standards; legitimate.

Equal = a person or thing considered to be the same as another in status or quality.

What do you think? Is being fair more important than being equal or is equality more important than fairness? Can both exist simultaneously?

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#Marijuana: High On #Taxes

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Legally selling marijauna? Federal law prohibits deductions for business expenses such as rent, office expenses, etc. however the IRS concedes that excise taxes levied by states on the sale of marijuana can be written off due to the fact that the tax is a reduction on the amount realized in the sale. Currently the state of Washington charges and Colorado charge a 37% and 15% tax respectively on the retail sale of marijuana. What is also notable is that the IRS will allow a deduction for the cost of the marijuana that is sold but not forfeited – a taxpayer in California had his medical dispensary raided by the feds and was not allowed to deduct the cost of the marijuana that was seized due to the fact that there was no sale.

Read more on Marijuana taxes….