Effective January 1, 2024, Maine has mandated a retirement plan opportunity for Maine employees, introduced as the Maine Retirement Investment Trust (MERIT). Employers should expect to receive notification from the program in early 2024 with information on registration and compliance.

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which goes into effect in January 2024, will require your business to report information about ownership to the Government.
The CTA is not a part of the tax code; instead, it is a part of the Bank Secrecy Act, a set of federal laws that require record-keeping and report filing on certain types of financial transactions.

IRS Tax Tip 2022-159, October 18, 2022

An Offer in Compromise can be an effective way individuals and businesses to settle federal tax debt. This federal program allows taxpayers to enter into an agreement, with the IRS, that settles a tax debt for less than the full amount owed.

IRS Tax Tip 2022-158, October 17, 2022

The next tax season seems far away, but this is actually the perfect time for taxpayers to review their withholding and estimated tax payments. Because federal taxes are pay-as-you-go, it’s important for taxpayers to withhold enough from their paychecks or pay enough in estimated tax.

IRS Tax Tip 2022-155, October 11, 2022

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The IRS and the Security Summit partners warn everyone to be on the lookout for scams and schemes that could put sensitive tax data at risk, especially IRS-themed texting scams aimed at stealing personal and financial information.

Tax Tip 2022-153, October 5, 2022

An IRS online account makes it easy for people to quickly get the tax planning info they need. With the same ease that taxpayers have when banking online or placing an online shopping order, they can log in and get the latest on their payment history, balance, and more.

Tax Tip 2022-151, October 3, 2022

Many people work for a family member, whether it's a child helping out at their parent's shop or spouses running a business together. When someone is employed by a family member, the tax implications depend on the relationship and the type of business.

IRS Tax Tip 2022-143, September 19, 2022

Taxpayers have the right to retain an authorized representative of their choice to represent them when they are dealing with the IRS. They also have the right to seek assistance from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic if they cannot afford representation.

IRS Tax Tip 2022-138

Making the dream of owning a home a reality is a big step for many people. Whether a fixer-upper or dream home, homeownership is a milestone that can come with a learning curve. First-time homeowners should make themselves familiar with authorized deductions, programs that can assist with home ownership and the use of housing allowances that can be beneficial.

COVID Tax Tip 2022-118

Teachers go above and beyond for their students, often buying classroom supplies needed to make learning successful. The educator expense deduction allows eligible teachers and administrators to deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes.