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HB 1302 allows Georgia taxpayers a refund of some or all of the 2020 income taxes due. As published on dor.georgia.gov, the Georgia General Assembly recently passed, and Governor Kemp signed, legislation allowing for an additional refund of income taxes from 2020 because the state has experienced a revenue surplus. This law can have a great… [Read More]

Tax Season 2022: Filing Requirements, Status and Dependents If you have a family, you need to know how the IRS defines “dependents” for income tax purposes. This is very important because it could save you and your family thousands of dollars on your taxes. There are two types of dependents, each subject to different rules:… [Read More]

Tax Season 2022 Taxpayers are encouraged to file their 2021 taxes now. Most taxpayers have until April 18 to file, but the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has a long road ahead of it for widespread staffing shortages and a backlog of unprocessed paper returns stretching into the millions; refunds may take extra time to arrive. Taxpayers… [Read More]

Earn $20.00 for every referral, and your friend SAVES $20.00 Off on their tax preparation! We have created this Referral Program as a way of showing our appreciation to our most loyal customers. Sign Up Today. Already signed up? Login here. How it works Al always, thank you for your loyalty!From the team at Daniel Ahart Tax Services® Find… [Read More]

Filing dates Section 6071(c) requires you to file Form 1099-NEC on or before February 1, 2021, using either paper or electronic filing procedures. File Form 1099-MISC by March 1, 2021, if you file on paper, or March 31, 2021, if you file electronically. As reported on the IRS.gov website, you need to file form 1099-MISC, Miscellaneous Income, for each person… [Read More]

In this season of giving, remember that sometimes the best gift is tax deductible. In this case, that gift is charity. Gifts to your church and Salvation Army are a few examples of tax deductible items. Another example are business gifts. Business gifts are either gifts that your business pays for or gifts that you… [Read More]

Many clients ask us, “I have multiple side gigs: how do I report this to the IRS? It’s great to allow yourself to explore your passion and turn your skills to a profitable value. In dollar terms, the gigs could help with household expenses, pay off student loans, and much more. But keep in mind… [Read More]

5 Money Saving Tips For Self-Employment Tax Whether you are gearing up for next tax season or figuring out estimated taxes, please take a look at these tax tips by Daniel Ahart Tax Service for the self-employed U.S. citizen or resident and some of the most missed tax deductions. Tax Tips and Tax Deductions for the Self-employed… [Read More]

Taxpayers are encouraged to plan ahead. 2021 is shaping up to be another tax year with new changes and things to consider — this blog list a few points to keep in mind as we start thinking about filing your tax return in 2022. Planning your taxes ahead of time helps you avoid errors that lead… [Read More]

Planning ahead can help people file an accurate return and avoid processing delays that can slow tax refunds. As wrote in a previous blog “What About a Tax Checkup for Year 2021?,” this is also definitely a good time for filers to prepare for next year’s tax season by reviewing withholdings, retirement contributions, child tax credits,… [Read More]

For Self-Employment Tax, You Cannot Exclude Any Income You Earn While Abroad. If you are a self-employed U.S. citizen or resident, the rules for paying self-employment tax are generally the same whether you are living in the United States or abroad. In other words, you must pay self-employment tax on all of your net profit,… [Read More]

Oct. 15 deadline approaches for taxpayers who requested extensions to file 2020 tax returns. Taxpayers can file now and schedule their federal tax payments up to the October 15 due date. Daniel Ahart Tax Service® prepares all tax returns, helps solve tax problems, and prepares back taxes. 22 Area Locations in Georgia. Although October 15… [Read More]