We Need To See Some ID! How To Tell If Your Tax Preparer Is “Legit”

Now that the IRS has finally instituted the Preparer Tax Identification Number(PTIN) requirements for paid preparers it is our duty to make sure that you know how to designate between the different professionals out there who prepare and file income…

Read More→

Big News for Small Business – Two Tax Benefits for 2011

After a long hiatus thanks to a busy tax season, we’re back with news you can use. Here at JFTS we believe that this year’s April 18th filing deadline is just the beginning and that there is still so much…

Read More→

Bartering & Your Taxes – 4 Tips On How To Report Barter Income

In the tough times that small businesses are going through today, many business owners are choosing to levy payments for goods and services by bartering.  It’s important to recognize that the fair market value of the goods or services provided…

Read More→

Missing a W-2? Here is what you do!

Missing a W-2? Here is what you do! In order to file your 2010 tax return, you need to have all of your financial and tax documents including all your W-2 employment forms. You should receive Wage and Tax Statement,…

Read More→

Is Your Income Taxable or Non-Taxable? You might be surprised!

According to the US Tax Laws, generally, most of your income is considered taxable but in some situations, certain types of income can be either only partially taxable or not at all taxable. In order to help you understand the…

Read More→

Need A Copy of Your Previous Year Tax Return? Here’s How!

There are several reasons to request previous year’s tax information. One of which is for purchasing a home or making any other substantial purchase. Another is if you are delinquent in filing your tax returns or just want to amend…

Read More→

Accountants Are Like Doctors – You Need To See A Specialist!

If you had a heart condition, would you go to your primary care doctor or a cardiologist? Easy question, huh? They why when it comes to taxes, do most people say “I’ve got an accountant who handles that.” What does…

Read More→

Don’t Forget the Tab – Your Tips Are Taxable!

If you work as a waiter/waitress or in any type of service job where tips are a major part of your income, you WILL be taxed on them. Even if you receive them in cash, the IRS has a way…

Read More→

Business Deductions – Worth The Cost?

I spoke recently with a friend who is a professional affiliate marketer. We got to the subject of taxes and mentioned a certain CPA that our Tax Patriots greatly admire and see as a authority on tax information. The irony…

Read More→