The Second Commandment Of Real Estate
Are you really an expert? Last week, The Stigliano Chronicles, covered my thoughts on being an expert and what it means to be one. Its a word we use all the time in real estate and something we all...
View Article$8,000 Housing Tax Credit Screws 100,000 Home Buyers?
Dear home buyer, sucks to be you: If you are an agent assisting a buyer with applying for the $8,000 tax credit, you might want to advise them to have all of their tax returns in order and squeaky...
View ArticleHomebuyer tax credit audit shows fraud in the millions of dollars
Tax credit system defrauded According to a report by the Treasury Department Inspector General for Tax Administration and internal Revenue Service, massive discrepancies have been identified. Although...
View ArticleLandlords with losses likely to be audited by IRS through 2016
Landlords under close watch by IRS In December 2010, the U.S. Treasuring Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) recommended that the IRS handle tax returns with rental real estate activity in...
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IRS agent allegedly coerced sex by threatening tax penalty
An Oregon man has filed a lawsuit against the federal government for an IRS agent's alleged sexual harassment. The IRS says they have a zero tolerance policy - do you know how to report abuses? The...
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What is an EIN and why do you need one?
If you're considering launching a business or hiring your first employees, you'll need an EIN from the IRS, and here's why. The post What is an EIN and why do you need one? appeared first on The...
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Business lessons from the recent IRS scandal
The recent IRS scandals bring to life the human behavior that happens within the government, but also at companies of all sizes. Preparation for these kinds of scandals can help your company in the...
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Major changes to IRS rules going into effect: get ready
(Editorial) If the IRS calls this year... tell them I'm not here. There are quite a few rule changes that many are not aware of, but they go into effect in short order. The post Major changes to IRS...
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TaxBestimates wants to help you keep more money in your wallet
(BUSINESS FINANCE) Did you know that taxpayers overpay by an average of $3,000 per year? Don’t let this be you. TaxBestimates can help. The post TaxBestimates wants to help you keep more money in your...
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With this insane IRS filing contradiction, how do business owners file 1099s...
(BUSINESS FINANCE) If you pay contractors, this wonky IRS filing contradiction may leave you scratching your head... The post With this insane IRS filing contradiction, how do business owners file...
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IRS is requiring third-party payments apps to report transactions over $600
(BUSINESS) After a particularly hard year for small businesses, the IRS is cracking down once again. Business transactions over $600 must be reported. The post IRS is requiring third-party payments...
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Reg flags the IRS catches that may cause an audit on your tax return
(FINANCE) No one likes doing taxes in the first place, but having to deal with the afterthought of an audit on your tax return makes it even worse. The post Reg flags the IRS catches that may cause an...
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