Renner Individual News; September 14, 2026 When most people hear PIN number, they think of the bank. But your local Wells Fargo or Bank of America isn’t the only place where a PIN is a crucial tool. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) also uses a PIN number system for individual taxpayers, known as an IRS … Continued

Renner Individual News; July 28, 2026 The Internal Revenue Service recently announced a new automatic process to provide penalty relief and reduce burdens for taxpayers with a history of timely compliance. Automatic Exemption from Penalty (AEP) replaces the long-standing First Time Abate administrative relief program. AEP, expected to begin this summer, is meant to reduce … Continued

Renner Individual News; March 2, 2024 If you sold goods or services in 2023 and received payments through certain payment apps or online marketplaces or accepted payment cards, there’s a good chance you received a third-party reporting document Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced Notice 2023-74 … Continued

Renner Individual News; September 13, 2023 As the demand grows for electric vehicles and incentives to go green with clean vehicles, so too does the number of people claiming the Electric Vehicle credit. If you buy a new electric car, you may qualify for a credit of up to $7,500. The tax credit is nonrefundable, … Continued

Renner Individual News; August 18, 2023 Tax time comes every April, but there’s plenty you can do throughout the year to stay organized. What you do after tax day can affect the tax you pay or get back next year. Here are some handy year-round tips to assist with your tax planning. Organize Your Records … Continued

Renner Individual News; June 2, 2023 In this day and age of passwords, pins and two-step authentication, one security tool can make all the difference for taxpayers. Identity Protection PINs are the No. 1 security tool available from the IRS, according to the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee. Taxpayers who participate in the program are … Continued

Renner Individual News; December 12, 2022 Buying your first home can be an anxious experience. Filing your first tax return as a homeowner doesn’t have to be, though, if you know what’s deductible. As a first-time homeowner, you should make yourself familiar with authorized deductions, programs that can assist with home ownership and the use … Continued

Renner Individual News; December 2, 2022—Joan M. Renner, CPA, CGMA As the end of the year approaches, many individuals make charitable contributions to reduce their tax bill. Generally, this strategy pays off with higher deductions for those who itemize. However, what about those who take the standard deduction? If you’ve reached age 70½, you may … Continued

Renner Individual News; November 21, 2022 It’s never too early to start planning and preparing for the next tax season. The deadline to file your 2022 return may still be months away, but there’s plenty you can do to get out in front. “November and December are the best months to start thinking about your … Continued

Renner Individual News; October 3, 2022 When something sounds too good to be true … well, you know the rest. Sometimes, though, if it sounds like a good thing, it actually is. Sometimes, there really is no downside. This can be said for 529 plans — tax-advantaged savings plans designed to encourage saving for future … Continued