Tax Return

Russo CPA What to do if you're missing important tax documents in 2023

What To Do if You’re Missing Important Tax Documents

As the April 18th tax deadline quickly approaches, last-minute tax filers should make sure they have all their documents before filing a tax return. You should have received a Form W-2, Wage, and Tax Statement from each of your employers for use in preparing your federal tax return. Employers must furnish this record of 2022 earnings and withheld taxes no later than January 31, 2023. As such, most taxpayers should have received their documents near the end of January, including:

  • Forms W-2, Wage and Tax Statement
  • Form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income
  • Form 1099-INT, Interest Income
  • Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation
  • Form 1099-G, Certain Government Payments; like unemployment compensation or state tax refund

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RUSSO CPA Tax Tips, how filing status affects your tax return 2022

State Payments Excluded From 2022 Federal Returns

Taxpayers in 21 states received special payments related to general welfare and disaster relief in 2022. However, according to recently issued guidance from the IRS, they will not need to report these payments on their 2022 federal tax returns. The special tax refunds or payments made by certain states were related to the pandemic and its associated consequences. Generally, payments made by states are includable in income for federal tax purposes. Due to this unique and complex situation, the rules surrounding their treatment for federal income tax purposes are more complex.

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Russo CPA Do I need to File a 2022 Tax Return

Do I Need To File a 2022 Tax Return?

Most people file a tax return because they have to, but even if you don’t, you might be eligible for a tax refund and not know it. The tax tips below should help determine whether you must file a tax return this year.

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Russo CPA Getting Ready for the 2023 Tax Filing Season; Filing your 2022 return promises to be complicated.

Getting Ready for the 2023 Tax Filing Season

Filing your 2022 tax return promises to be just as complicated as always; however, there are steps that taxpayers can take right now to ensure their tax filing experience goes smoothly. Let’s take a look at what’s new for 2022 and some key items taxpayers should consider before they file.

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Russo CPA shares 2023 Tax Code changes for individuals

Individual Taxpayers: Tax Changes for 2023

Every year, it’s a sure bet that there will be changes to current tax law, and this year is no different. From standard deductions to health savings accounts and tax rate schedules, here’s a checklist of tax changes to help you plan the year ahead.

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Tax Due Dates for January 2023

During January

All employers – Give your employees their copies of Form W-2 for 2022 by January 31, 2023. If an employee agreed to receive Form W-2 electronically, post it on a website accessible to the employee and notify the employee of the posting.

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Deducting Casualty Losses on a Tax Return

Every year, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, wildfires, and other natural disasters affect US citizens. The bad news is that recovery efforts after natural disasters can be costly. For instance, when hurricanes strike, they not only cause wind damage but can cause widespread flooding.

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What to know about IRS Letters and Notices

What To Know About IRS Letters and Notices

When the IRS needs to ask a question about a taxpayer’s tax return, notify them about a change to their account, or request a payment, it often mails a letter or notice to the taxpayer. Taxpayers should know that the IRS sends millions of these letters and notices to taxpayers for a variety of reasons. Many of these letters and notices can be dealt with simply, without calling or visiting an IRS office. Here’s what taxpayers should know about IRS notices and letters: The IRS sends notices and letters for the following reasons:

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