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 Business News; June 16, 2023 There will be a new filing requirement for businesses effective Jan. 1, 2024. In 2021, as part of the National Defense Act, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) created the Corporate Transparency Act. All business entities—domestic or foreign— that have filed formation documents with a U.S. state must file … 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 Business News; December 15, 2022 — Joan M. Renner, CPA, CGMA For years, you’ve been hearing about the new accounting principles that change how organizations account for leases. Although accounting standard setters have postponed the effective date of these requirements for years, there’s no more delay. The new standard, contained in Accounting Standards Codification … Continued
Renner Business News; December 13, 2022 — Joan M. Renner, CPA, CGMA The 2022 Virginia General Assembly has enacted a new law for 2021-2025, which allows qualifying pass-through entities (PTEs) to elect to shift the income tax burden from the individual PTE owners (who may not be able to deduct the tax) to the PTE … 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 Business News; December 8, 2022 — Paul Kentes, Manager Whether you are a business owner, employer, self-employed, the director of a nonprofit organization, or in charge of an estate or trust, getting ready for 1099 season is probably at the bottom of your list of things to do. With the holidays quickly approaching, adding … 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 Nonprofit News; December 2, 2022—Joan M. Renner, CPA, CGMA Donors make the charity world go around, supporting important mission-related impact with their time, talent and treasures. Your donors don’t expect a reward, but you can thank them by passing along this valuable tax information. In the right situation, a donor’s charitable support can also … Continued