Proposed law would limit delinquent taxpayers' overseas travel

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International Tax Services - A proposed law would give the Internal Revenue Service more latitude in starting a process that would result in a U.S. citizen's passport being revoked or denied if he or she owes a substantial amount in back taxes. There are exceptions under the law, including if the taxpayer is repaying the debt under a payment plan. Forbes (4/24) To read more click here. Looking for an experienced and IRS licensed tax preparer? For no obligation free consultation contact us today!
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Start Planning Now for Next Year's Tax Return

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Thetax deadline may have just passed but planning for next year can start now. TheIRS reminds taxpayers that being organized and planning ahead can save time,money and headaches in 2013. Here are eight things you can do now to make nextApril 15 easier.
1.    Adjust your withholding -Why wait another year for a big refund? Now is a good time toreview your withholding and make adjustments for next year, especially if you'dprefer more money in each paycheck this year. If you owed at tax time, perhapsyou'd like next year's tax payment to be smaller. Use IRS's WithholdingCalculator at www.irs.gov orPublication 919, How Do I Adjust My Tax Withholding?2.    Store your return in a safeplace - Putyour 2011 tax return and supporting documents somewhere secure so you'll knowexactly where to find them if you receive an IRS notice and need to refer toyour return. If it is easy to find, you can also use it as a helpful guide fornext year's return.3.    Organize your recordkeeping - Establisha central location where everyone in your household can put tax-related recordsall year long. Anything from a shoebox to a file cabinet works. Just beconsistent to avoid a scramble for misplaced mileage logs or charity receiptscome tax time.4.    Review your paycheck -Make sure your employer is properly withholding and reportingretirement account contributions, health insurance payments, charitable payrolldeductions and other items. These payroll adjustments can make a big differenceon your bottom line. Fixing an error in your paycheck now gets you back ontrack before it becomes a huge hassle.5.    Shop for a tax professionalearly - If youuse a tax professional to help you strategize, plan and make financialdecisions throughout the year, then search now. You'll have more time whenyou're not up against a deadline or anxious for your refund. Choose a taxprofessional wisely. You are ultimately responsible for the accuracy of yourown return regardless of who prepares it. Find tips for choosing a preparer atwww.irs.gov.6.    Prepare to itemize deductions -If your expenses typically fall just below the amount to makeitemizing advantageous, a bit of planning to bundle deductions into 2012 maypay off. An early or extra mortgage payment, pre-deadline property taxpayments, planned donations or strategically paid medical bills could equalsome tax savings. See the Schedule A instructions for expenses you can deductif you're itemizing and then prepare an approach that works best for you.7.    Strategize tuition payments -The American Opportunity Tax Credit, which offsets highereducation expenses, is set to expire after 2012. It may be beneficial to pay2013 tuition in 2012 to take full advantage of this tax credit, up to $2,500,before it expires. For more information, see IRS Publication 970, Tax Benefitsfor Education.8.    Keep up with changes -Find out about tax law changes, helpful tips and IRSannouncements all year by reading ABA Tax Accounting blogs. The ABA Tax issuestips regularly throughout during the tax season and outside the tax season.
 The IRS emphasizes thateach household's financial circumstances are different so it's important tofully consider your specific situation and goals before making large financialdecisions. Looking for anexperienced and licensed by IRS tax preparer? As always we are available tohelp. For no obligation free consultation contact us today!ABA TaxAccountingAbatax81@gmail.comDirect612-282-3200Tollfree 866-936-0430http://abatax81.blogspot.com

Proposed law would limit delinquent taxpayers' overseas travel

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International Tax Services - A proposed law would give the Internal Revenue Service more latitude in starting a process that would result in a U.S. citizen's passport being revoked or denied if he or she owes a substantial amount in back taxes. There are exceptions under the law, including if the taxpayer is repaying the debt under a payment plan. Forbes (4/24) To read more click here. Looking for an experienced and IRS licensed tax preparer? For no obligation free consultation contact us today!
ABA Tax Accounting
Abatax81@gmail.com
Direct 612-282-3200
Toll free 866-936-0430
http://abatax81.blogspot.com

Start Planning Now for Next Year's Tax Return

To contact us Click HERE
Thetax deadline may have just passed but planning for next year can start now. TheIRS reminds taxpayers that being organized and planning ahead can save time,money and headaches in 2013. Here are eight things you can do now to make nextApril 15 easier.
1.    Adjust your withholding -Why wait another year for a big refund? Now is a good time toreview your withholding and make adjustments for next year, especially if you'dprefer more money in each paycheck this year. If you owed at tax time, perhapsyou'd like next year's tax payment to be smaller. Use IRS's WithholdingCalculator at www.irs.gov orPublication 919, How Do I Adjust My Tax Withholding?2.    Store your return in a safeplace - Putyour 2011 tax return and supporting documents somewhere secure so you'll knowexactly where to find them if you receive an IRS notice and need to refer toyour return. If it is easy to find, you can also use it as a helpful guide fornext year's return.3.    Organize your recordkeeping - Establisha central location where everyone in your household can put tax-related recordsall year long. Anything from a shoebox to a file cabinet works. Just beconsistent to avoid a scramble for misplaced mileage logs or charity receiptscome tax time.4.    Review your paycheck -Make sure your employer is properly withholding and reportingretirement account contributions, health insurance payments, charitable payrolldeductions and other items. These payroll adjustments can make a big differenceon your bottom line. Fixing an error in your paycheck now gets you back ontrack before it becomes a huge hassle.5.    Shop for a tax professionalearly - If youuse a tax professional to help you strategize, plan and make financialdecisions throughout the year, then search now. You'll have more time whenyou're not up against a deadline or anxious for your refund. Choose a taxprofessional wisely. You are ultimately responsible for the accuracy of yourown return regardless of who prepares it. Find tips for choosing a preparer atwww.irs.gov.6.    Prepare to itemize deductions -If your expenses typically fall just below the amount to makeitemizing advantageous, a bit of planning to bundle deductions into 2012 maypay off. An early or extra mortgage payment, pre-deadline property taxpayments, planned donations or strategically paid medical bills could equalsome tax savings. See the Schedule A instructions for expenses you can deductif you're itemizing and then prepare an approach that works best for you.7.    Strategize tuition payments -The American Opportunity Tax Credit, which offsets highereducation expenses, is set to expire after 2012. It may be beneficial to pay2013 tuition in 2012 to take full advantage of this tax credit, up to $2,500,before it expires. For more information, see IRS Publication 970, Tax Benefitsfor Education.8.    Keep up with changes -Find out about tax law changes, helpful tips and IRSannouncements all year by reading ABA Tax Accounting blogs. The ABA Tax issuestips regularly throughout during the tax season and outside the tax season.
 The IRS emphasizes thateach household's financial circumstances are different so it's important tofully consider your specific situation and goals before making large financialdecisions. Looking for anexperienced and licensed by IRS tax preparer? As always we are available tohelp. For no obligation free consultation contact us today!ABA TaxAccountingAbatax81@gmail.comDirect612-282-3200Tollfree 866-936-0430http://abatax81.blogspot.com

QuickBooks service discontinuation policy and upgrade information

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QuickBooks Accountant - Live technical support and add-on business services such as payroll, credit card processing, QuickBooks Email, and online banking will be discontinued for QuickBooks for Windows 2009, QuickBooks 2009 for Mac, and a few other products as of May 31, 2012.

We are committed to developing easy, straightforward financial tools that help you today and grow with you tomorrow. But it's a balancing act - making QuickBooks better and easier to use while still supporting older versions. So we offer support for the current version of QuickBooks and the two previous versions.

This notice explains what service discontinuation means to your business and provides information on upgrading to the latest version of QuickBooks.

Call us at any time to take advantage of special upgrade pricing and to discuss your options. For no obligation free consultation contact us today!
Amare Berhie, Enrolled Agent
Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor
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QuickBooks Point of Sale Goes Mobile with GoPayment

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QuickBooks Accountant - Intuit has integrated its mobile payment processing application GoPayment with the latest version of QuickBooks Point of Sale, designed for small retailers. Read more click HERE.  Call us at any time to take advantage of special upgrade pricing and to discuss your options. For no obligation free consultation contact us today!
ABA Tax Accounting
Amare Berhie, Enrolled Agent
Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Abatax81@gmail.com
Toll free 866-936-0430
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Help! What If I Can't Make My IRS Payment?

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If you are one of thousands of taxpayers who are in a payment plan with the IRS, but due to current economic conditions cannot make your payment, you have options. If you have lost your job and your entire financial situation has changed, you need to contact the IRS and be prepared to lay out your new situation. If you expenses have not changed and your income is all that has changed, you may just need proof (like a termination letter) you no longer have a job.

If your expenses have changed as well, you may need to provide proof of those changes as well. When you talk to the IRS, only say what has happened and answer honestly and completely any questions they may ask. Do not volunteer information, except to briefly explain your situation. Don't get chatty, even if the person you talk is friendly and personable, remember, they work for the IRS. You could make one simple statement that could cause you problems.

If your liability is substantial and you need assistance, contact an Enrolled Agent, who can represent you before the IRS. What ever you do, do not ignore your situation. If you default you payment plan, the IRS can levy your bank accounts, retirement accounts and file a lien even if your tax liability is low. Call either the IRS or an Enrolled Agent before the IRS makes a bad financial situation even worse.