Why we put off filing our taxes and how to stop it.

The 2017 tax filing season has been officially underway for just more than a week. Lots of folks have already filed their returns. And, according to ecstatic posts on social media, some have received their refunds. Other taxpayers, however, are waiting to file. Form-ulaic delay: Why the delay. In a lot of cases, folks haven’t yet […]

Tax Tips for Your Rental Property or Vacation Home Rental

Owning a rental property is one way to boost your income and secure your financial landscape. You may also have a golden opportunity for some serious tax breaks. Rental properties – both full time, part time, and vacation homes – can be a wealth of tax savings. Is This Tax Deductible? The key to saving […]

Miscellaneous Deductions Can Cut Taxes

Earlier this week we talked about deducting expenses related to your hobby.  In addition to business and/or hobby expenses, you may be able to deduct certain miscellaneous costs you pay during the year. Examples include employee expenses and fees you pay for tax advice. If you itemize, these deductions could lower your tax bill.  Here […]

IRS Fast Track Settlement Program- Help for Small Businesses & the Self-Employed

Fast Track Settlement offers Small Business/Self-Employed taxpayers an opportunity to resolve tax disputes at the earliest possible stage in the examination process. Once your application is accepted, the goal is resolution within 60 days. With FTS, a trained mediator from the IRS Office of Appeals is assigned to help you and the IRS reach an […]

Moving and Your Taxes

Summer is a time where many families decide to move, since the kids are out of school and it may be easier to get vacation time from work.  Below, we detail the many ways moving can affect your taxes. Moving Out of State Texas is one of seven states that does not collect a state income […]

Avoiding the Top Tax Mistakes that Small Businesses Make

As we are half way through the year, now is the best time to take action and avoid most common tax mistakes that small businesses make. Following are some of the best practices to help your business avoid tax trouble. Maintain Good Records Mid-year is an ideal time to examine your recordkeeping habits. Good recordkeeping […]

Are You Exempt from Affordable Care Act Penalties?

Are you unsure if you need to sign up for health insurance? Don’t worry, we can help you understand who is exempt from having insurance under the Affordable Care Act. The Affordable Care Act requires that all Americans have health insurance starting in 2014. Those who choose to not have insurance will have to pay […]

Tax Information for Students Who Take a Summer Job

Many students take a job in the summer after school lets out. If it’s your first job it gives you a chance to learn about the working world. That includes taxes we pay to support the place where we live, our state and our nation. Here are eight things that students who take a summer […]

Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Hire a CPA for Your Restaurant Accounting Tasks

Owners of new restaurants don’t always make hiring a Certified Public Accountant a priority, but putting a CPA on your payroll can make a huge difference in whether your eatery succeeds. The Dallas financial team at Gurian CPA Firm encourages restaurant owners to consider these main reasons why an accounting professional is so essential to […]

Tips for U.S. Taxpayers with Foreign Income

Did you live or work abroad or receive income from foreign sources in 2013? If you are a U.S. citizen or resident, you must report income from all sources within and outside of the U.S. The rules for filing income tax returns are generally the same whether you’re living in the U.S. or abroad. Here […]

Tax Rules for Children with Investment Income

Normally, you must pay income tax on your investment income. While this is also true for a child who must file a federal tax return, if a child can’t file his or her own return, their parent or guardian is normally responsible for filing their tax return. Special tax rules apply to certain children with investment […]

Itemized vs. Standard Deduction

When we finish preparing a client’s tax return, sometimes he or she is confused about whether the medical expenses were deducted or if their charitable deductions applied.  When preparing your tax return, you have a choice whether to itemize deductions or take the standard deduction. Before you choose, it’s a good idea to figure your deductions using both […]

Early Retirement Plan Withdrawals and Your Taxes

Taking money out early from your retirement plan may trigger an additional tax. Here are seven things from the IRS that you should know about early withdrawals from retirement plans: 1. An early withdrawal normally means taking money from your plan before you reach age 59½. 2. If you made a withdrawal from a plan last year, […]