Cormier & Rea announce additional office at 483 Summer St, Ste 2000, Arlington, MA

Helping taxpayers navigate their IRS issues or concerns

The Taxpayer Advocate Service is an independent organization within the IRS that helps taxpayers and protects taxpayers’ rights. They can offer help when tax problems cause a financial difficulty. When the taxpayer has tried and been unable to resolve their issue with the IRS, or a taxpayer believes an IRS system, process, or procedure just …

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Easy steps taxpayers can take now to make tax filing easier in 2022

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers, including those who received stimulus payments or advance Child Tax Credit payments, to take important steps this fall to help themselves file their federal tax returns in 2022. Planning ahead can help people file an accurate return and avoid processing delays that can slow tax refunds. This is …

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Understanding the tax responsibilities that come with starting a business

Small business owners have a variety of tax responsibilities. The IRS knows that understanding and meeting tax obligations is vital to the success of all businesses, especially a new one. IRS.gov has the resources and information to help people through the process of starting a new business.Here are some tips for new entrepreneurs:Choose a business …

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Important additional guidance for employers claiming the employee retention credit

The IRS recently issued further guidance on the employee retention credit. This includes guidance for employers who pay qualified wages after June 30, 2021, and before January 1, 2022, and guidance on miscellaneous issues that apply to the employee retention credit in both 2020 and 2021. Additionally, the IRS issued a safe harbor allowing employers …

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