Tax return fraud, identity theft and cyber security. Just a few of today's trending topics covered in this issue of A to Zinner.
Tax Return Fraud and Identity Theft: What You Need to Know Right Now!
By Mike Hermes Tax Senior
Tax return fraud and identity theft occurs when someone uses your stolen Social Security Number to file a tax return and as a result, claims a fraudulent refund.
Generally, an identity thief will use your SSN to file a false return early in the year. The news is peppered with new and reprehensible ways these criminals are working diligently to scam taxpayers throughout the year. You may be unaware you are a victim until you try to file your taxes and learn that one has already been filed using your SSN. The IRS has begun issuing Identity Protection PINS (IP PINs), a unique, six-digit number that is... (continue reading)
Forget the Cards, Candy and Flowers - What your CPA really wants to see in February
By Robert O'Neil, CPA Tax Senior
Many business owners stress over gathering receipts, recalculating figures and some even lose sleep over filling out their tax yearly organizer. But did you know, there are five things your CPA really wants to see when you submit your information so that he or she can start to work on your taxes? Let’s take a look... (continue reading)
Both Sides of the Coin: What you need to know if you issue or recieve 1099 forms
By Richard Huszai, CPA Accounting and Tax Services Senior
Deep into February, I begin to receive two very common questions:
"I am a payee who forgot to send or did not issue 1099s, what do I do"?
And, "I received money for various things throughout the year, such as miscellaneous work, interest, dividends and retirement distributions, and I did not receive a 1099". What should I do?(continue reading)
65 Days... The little-known tax provision that could help you save
By Gary Sigman, CPA, M.Tax, PFS, AEP Accounting and Tax Services Manager
The benefits of trusts in managing one’s financial affairs, both during one’s life and after one’s death, are well documented and quite significant.
Among the trade-offs for their benefit is the complexity of their tax structure and the highly compressed tax brackets that apply to them. In addition, it is important to note that estates are subject to most of the same tax treatment as trusts. (continue reading)
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Forget the Cards, Candy and Flowers - 
Deep into February, I begin to receive two very common questions: 
