Debt Basis: Is It What You Think It Is?
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Debt Basis: Is It What You Think It Is?

With the creation of Form 7203, basis has become a hot topic. In 2019, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) started sending Letter 5969i which said: “Our research indicates you may have claimed pass-through loss o... LuSundra Everett, EA, NTPI Fellow®

Key Considerations for Enrolled Agents in the Upcoming Tax Season
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Key Considerations for Enrolled Agents in the Upcoming Tax Season

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 brought substantial changes to individual income taxes, but many of these provisions are scheduled to expire at the end of 2025. As tax practitioner... Stephen Molchan, EA

IRS Clarifies Timing of Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Basis Increase
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IRS Clarifies Timing of Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Basis Increase

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released three new revenue procedures last month clarifying Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan and other federal COVID-19 grant tax-exempt income recognition, expense deductions paid with COV... Jane Ryder, EA, CPA