Sales Tax On Security Services In Texas
Texas Sales Tax on Security Services Whenever we think about a service, the normal reaction or understanding is that it should not be taxed. Just remember, the state of Texas does not have income tax, so if any state will tax a service, it will likely be Texas. If your company is being audited for […]
USDA EBT SNAP 6 Month Suspension Attorney
Understanding the USDA 6-Month Suspension Letter Has the USDA sent you a 6-month suspension letter for trafficking when you did not traffic goods? Let’s step back for a second and examine what the letter says. This is in accordance with Section 278.6(a) and (e) of the SNAP regulations. Hardship Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) Under SNAP […]
Impact Of Divorce On Taxes
Taxpayers should be aware of tax law changes related to alimony and separation payments. These payments are made after a divorce or separation. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act changed the rules around them, which affects certain taxpayers when they file their 2019 tax returns and beyond. Key Facts About Divorce and Taxes Here are […]
Can You Use SNAP To Buy Energy Drinks
Bad news for food stamp recipients: it looks like you will have to find another way to get your energy fix for that mid-day slump. There is now a new proposal to ban food stamp recipients from using their benefits on certain groceries. The proposal would ban people from purchasing energy drinks or any beverage […]
199A QBI Deduction
Overview Many individuals, including owners of businesses operated through sole proprietorships, partnerships, S corporations, trusts, and estates, may be eligible for a qualified business income deduction, also called the section 199A deduction. Some trusts and estates may also claim the deduction directly. The deduction allows them to deduct up to 20 percent of their qualified […]
Small Businesses Vehicle Deductions
Small businesses that use a car or other vehicle may be able to deduct the expense of operating that vehicle on their taxes. Businesses generally can use one of the two methods to figure their deductible vehicle expenses: Methods to Deduct Vehicle Expenses 1. Standard Mileage Rate 2. Actual Car Expenses Standard Mileage Rates for […]
Armed Forces Are Entitled To Certain Tax Benefits
Members of the military and their families often qualify for special tax benefits. For example, members of the armed forces don’t have to pay taxes on some types of income. In addition, special rules could lower the tax they owe or allow them more time to file and pay their federal taxes. Special Tax Benefits […]
IRS Tax Appeal Attorney
A taxpayer might, at some point, see the IRS make a decision about their taxes. If the taxpayer disagrees with this decision, they have the right to appeal it. The right to appeal an IRS decision in an independent forum is one of 10 basic rights known collectively as the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Key […]
Small Business Vehicle Deductions
Small businesses can benefit from deducting vehicle costs on their taxes. Businesses that use a car or other vehicle may be able to deduct the expense of operating that vehicle on their taxes. Methods for Calculating Deductible Vehicle Expenses Businesses generally can use one of the two methods to figure their deductible vehicle expenses: 2019 […]
Mixed Beverages Texas Sales Tax Audit
Texas Sales Tax Audit for Mixed Beverages If you are a business owner in Texas, chances are that you are on our website because you either have a sales tax audit pending, or you want to prepare yourself for an audit. Here is our latest Texas Comptroller’s sales tax audit story of a business owner […]