New law extends COVID tax credit for employers who keep workers on payroll
The Internal Revenue Service urges employers to take advantage of the newly-extended employee retention credit, designed to make it easier for businesses that, despite challenges posed by COVID-19, choose to…
Modifications and Relief for Retirement Plans
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 provides emergency assistance and health care response for individuals, families and businesses as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Act also provides relief…
Mortgage Insurance Premium Deduction Extended
The recently signed Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021 includes a one-year extension of the mortgage insurance premium deduction as qualified residence interest paid or accrued through December 31, 2021. Premiums paid…
Re-Opening of the Paycheck Protection Program
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Treasury Department, recently announced the re-opening of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers….
New Stimulus Package Information
The U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (bill), a massive tax, funding, and spending bill that contains a nearly $900 billion coronavirus aid…
Legislation Regarding Expenses and PPP Funds
The team at Crosslin wanted to share a glimmer of good hope that expenses paid with the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds may become deductible based on the latest bill…
New things taxpayers should consider as they get ready to file taxes in 2021
When people get ready to file their federal tax return there are new things to consider when it comes to which credits to claim and what deductions to take. These…
Identity Protection PIN Program will soon be available nationwide
In January, the IRS Identity Protection PIN Opt-In Program will be expanded to all taxpayers who can properly verify their identity. An identity pretention PIN is a six-digit number assigned…
Beware of COVID-Related Text Message Scam
The IRS has issued a warning about a new text message scam. The thief’s goal is to trick people into revealing bank account information under the guise of receiving the…
Year-End Tax Planning for Businesses and Individuals
After a challenging 2020 for all, the year-end is coming quickly. Individuals, business owners and family offices should be reviewing their situations to identify any opportunities for reducing, deferring, or…
