Introduction Dividends are payments made by corporations to shareholders as a return on investment. The IRS categorizes dividends into ordinary dividends and qualified dividends, which are taxed at different...
Introduction Interest earned on a savings account or certificate of deposit (CD) is considered taxable income and must be reported to the IRS. Banks and credit unions issue Form...
Introduction Interest income comes from bank accounts, bonds, and other financial instruments. The IRS distinguishes between taxable and tax-exempt interest, which affects how much tax you owe. This guide...
Introduction Combat pay refers to military wages earned in designated combat zones. Th IRS provides special tax exemptions for certain types of combat pay, making it partially or fully...
Introduction Earned income includes wages, salaries, and self-employment earnings, but some income sources don’t fit neatly into those categories. These are classified as “Other Earned Income”, which must still...
Introduction Claiming a dependent on your tax return can provide significant tax savings, including tax credits and deductions. However, the IRS has specific rules and qualifications that determine who...
Introduction Form 8919, Uncollected Social Security and Medicare Tax on Wages, is used by workers who were misclassified as independent contractors instead of employees. Filing Form 8919 ensures that...
Introduction Depreciation is a critical tax deduction for businesses, allowing them to recover the cost of assets over time. The Internal Revenue Code (IRC) §167 and §168 define depreciation...
Introduction Many employers offer adoption assistance benefits to help employees cover the costs of adopting a child. These benefits may include financial reimbursements, direct payments, or legal fee coverage....
Introduction Dependent care benefits help working parents and caregivers pay for childcare and dependent care services. Many employers offer Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or direct reimbursements for dependent care...