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Important Update for Arizona Taxpayers

As the 2024 tax filing season kicks off, the IRS has determined the Arizona Families Tax Rebate, recently distributed to eligible taxpayers in October or November 2023, IS subject to Federal income tax. Therefore, recipients are required to report the rebate as part of their federal-adjusted gross

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Employee or Independent Contractor?

We wanted to bring to your attention a recent development from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) regarding the classification of workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In a recent announcement, the DOL introduced a new rule taking effect on March 11, 2024, which aims

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IRS Expands Online Accounts to Business Taxes

The IRS has recently introduced a new online self-service tool for businesses, marking the second phase of a comprehensive effort under the Inflation Reduction Act and in line with the Service’s multiyear Strategic Operating Plan. The highlight of this initiative is the introduction of IRS business tax

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IRS Updates 2024 Standard Mileage Rates

The IRS recently released Notice 2024-08, which updated 2024 Standard Mileage rates starting January 1, 2024. The following 2024 mileage rates are as follows: Business Mileage Rate – 67 cents per mile, up 1.5 cents Medical Mileage Rate – 21 cents per mile, down 1 cent The

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Important Information on Social Security Benefits

We wanted to bring to your attention a recent CNBC Article highlighting changes in Social Security benefits that may impact some individuals, particularly those receiving pensions from non-Social Security-covered work.  An example of this could be working as a public servant, where wages were NOT subject to

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Considerations for Comprehensive Retirement Planning

The following Kiplinger article titled “Six Ways to Prepare for Widowhood and Protect the Surviving Spouse” highlights aspects of retirement planning for couples and provides additional details. Given the sensitive nature of the topic, it is essential for both partners to discuss these items to plan for

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Delays on 1099-K Threshold

The IRS has delayed the effective date of the $600 threshold for Form 1099-K reporting and will treat payments subject to reporting in 2023 as a transition year.  Form 1099-K is issued by third-party settlement organizations (i.e., credit card processors, online retailers, etc.).  The current threshold for

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