1099 MISC Filing Requirements for State & Local Governments Webinar - Webinar (March 30, 2010)
Get answers to commonly asked questions about 1099 MISC filing requirements for state and local governments. | 2 years ago |
2011 Return Preparer Letters and RA Visits
IRS is sending out more than 10,000 letters to tax return preparers and making site visits to some to remind them of their obligation to prepare accurate tax returns on behalf of their clients. | 1 year ago |
2011 TCE and VITA Grant Recipient Orientation - Webinar (December 7, 2010)
Learn about the expectations of TCE and VITA Grant recipients relative to understanding and meeting terms of the grants and adhering to requirements. | 1 year ago |
A 403(b) Message
For Plan Sponsors and Practitioners: highlights key areas of the new 403(b) regulations and the development of a 403(b) fix-it guide. | 9 months ago |
A Message from the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR)
Karen Hawkins, director, Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) highlights OPR’s changing role, Circular 230 and new responsibilities of paid tax return preparers. | 2 years ago |
Abusive Tax Avoidance Transactions (ATAT) and Emerging Issues
ATAT and Emerging Issues EP Phone Forum audio and transcript. | 2 years ago |
Accessing IRS Records - Webinar (April 27, 2011)
Learn how the IRS provides access to agency records. | 1 year ago |
Advantages of Partnering with IRS
What are the advantages for small business organizations to partner with the IRS through our Stakeholder Liaison outreach team? This video provides the answer by introducing many products, tools and services the IRS offers our partner organizations and their members. | 2 months ago |
Alternative Filing Methods
Two Stakeholder Partnerships Education and Communication (SPEC) share new ways to file Federal Income Tax returns. | 1 year ago |
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) and Net Operating Losses
Because of the 2009 tax law change, if your business deductions for the year are more than your business income for the year, you may have a net operating loss, or NOL. It’s really important to understand the rules, compute the NOL correctly, and keep accurate records. | 3 years ago |
An EP Determination Message
For Plan Sponsors and Practitioners” Learn about high level strategies and next steps to improve the EP Staggered Determinations Letter Program. | 9 months ago |
An IRS Levy on Card Payment Transactions - Webinar (June 30, 2010)
This webinar covers the basics of the Internal Revenue Service card payment levies. | 2 years ago |
Audit
"Your Guide to an IRS Audit” takes the viewer through the steps of an audit, from notification to closing. The video series is composed of scenarios that demonstrate the stages of each type of audit; correspondence, office and field. The scenarios address issues that are common to audits of small businesses. | 2 years ago |
Audit Techniques Guides
Audit Technique Guides explain industry-specific examination techniques and include common, as well as, unique industry issues, business practices and terminology. A great place for a small business owner to look who wants to do the right thing when it comes to business taxes. | 1 year ago |
Authorizations: When to use the Check Box Authorizations, Form 8821 or Form 2848 - Webinar (August 29, 2012)
Taxpayers can grant tax professionals to represent them before the IRS. Hear from the IRS what's new with Third Party Authorizations and explain who can represent a taxpayer per a Power of Attorney, a Tax Information Authorization or a Third Party Designee. | 1 month ago |
Avoiding Interest and Penalty Charges
Do you know what can happen if you don’t file your taxes or pay on time? You get interest and penalty charges. You can avoid them both by filing and paying on time. | 1 year ago |
Backup Withholding
If a business pays a “non-employee”, such as an independent contractor $600 or more in a year, that business must file Form 1099 Miscellaneous, and may be required to backup withhold on the payments.
| 1 year ago |
Bankruptcy - Webinar (January 25, 2011)
An overview of how the IRS works taxpayer cases when filing for bankruptcy. | 1 year ago |
Business Income
This video give a short explanation of what constitutes business income and expenses, that good recordkeeping is key to help with balanced tax reporting and recommends resources on IRS.gov for more information. | 10 months ago |
Business Taxes for the Self-Employed: The Basics - Webinar (March 29, 2011)
Learn the basics about reporting profit or loss from a business or profession. Other topics discussed include: estimated tax payments, self employment tax, Schedule C, husband and wife businesses, business expenses and recordkeeping. | 1 year ago |
Campus Compliance Services – A Dialogue with Practitioners
A discussion with the tax practitioner community and the IRS. | 3 years ago |
Campus Correspondence Audit Process & Resolution
A presentation by IRS employee on the topic of Correspondence Audit Process | 2 years ago |
Car Donations
Charities and donors can learn the rules for reporting, recordkeeping and calculating the deduction for car donations. | 18 days ago |
Cartas y avisos del IRS
Generalmente, nuestra correspondencia solicitará información, notifica al contribuyente sobre un cambio realizado o solicita un pago. Un aviso del IRS se enfocará en un asunto muy específico relacionado con una cuenta de impuestos o una declaración de impuestos, para ayudar a que el contribuyente cumpla con sus obligaciones. | 2 years ago |
Child & Day Care Provider Tax Compliance Assistance - Webinar (June 5, 2012)
Learn how to correctly report common tax items associated with owning a child or day care business. | 4 months ago |
Choosing a Tax Preparer for a Small Business
Business owners have so many responsibilities that many decide they need help with their taxes. Some tax preparers have expertise in helping small business owner with their tax returns, but their credentials may vary. | 10 months ago |
Churches and Religious Organizations - Webinar (July 25, 2012)
A survey of tax-exempt status for churches and religious organizations | 2 months ago |
Closing a Business
If you are closing a business, or already have, here are a few reminders for small business owners about what you need to know and do regarding federal taxes. | 1 year ago |
Collecting Employer Taxes on Tips - Webinar (September 29, 2010)
Learn the aspects of employer's share of employment taxes that employees report on Form 4137, Social Security and Medicare Tax on Unreported Tip income. | 2 years ago |
Common Employment Tax Issues - Webinar (November 3, 2010)
Learn about several common employment tax issues.
| 1 year ago |
Completing Form 656, Offer in Compromise
A video with instructions on how to properly completed Form 656, Offer in Compromise. Avoid common errors and get your offer accepted. | 10 months ago |
Compliance with Bank Secrecy Act for MSBs
Acting Director Kevin McCarthy talks to the MSB market segment about their BSA obligations and what to expect if examined. | 2 years ago |
Demonstration of IRS Tax Professional PTIN Sign-Up System - Webinar (October 19, 2010)
Tax Professionals are now required to apply every two years for a Professional Tax Identification Number and pay the appropriate fees. This Webinar explains the process and how to apply on line and pay the appropriate fees. | 1 year ago |
Direct Sellers - Webinar (July 27, 2011)
Tax reporting tips for Direct Sellers. | 1 year ago |
Disaster Loss Deductions
The IRS offers video presentations on disaster assistance. This presentation discusses how to deduct losses from a disaster. | 2 months ago |
Disclosure Awareness Training (Pub. 4711)
While the IRS has the oversight role in protecting FTI, our partners receiving the data play the most important role... | 3 years ago |
Disclosure Awareness Training (Pub. 4711) - Spanish Captions
While the IRS has the oversight role in protecting FTI, our partners receiving the data play the most important role...
| 2 years ago |
Disclosure Awareness Training for State Child Support Agencies (Pub. 4712)
Each of the more than 300 agencies who receive FTI from the IRS must build effective security controls into their processes, procedures, and systems to ensure that the information... | 3 years ago |
Disclosure Awareness Training for State Child Support Agencies (Pub. 4712) - Spanish Captions
Each of the more than 300 agencies who receive FTI from the IRS must build effective security controls into their processes, procedures, and systems to ensure that the information...
| 2 years ago |
Disclosure Awareness Training for State Human Services Agencies (Pub. 4713)
The American public expects two things from both of us -- First, that we work together proactively to be as efficient as possible, and second, that if we're exchanging their financial information... | 3 years ago |
Disclosure Awareness Training for State Human Services Agencies (Pub. 4713) - Spanish Captions
The American public expects two things from both of us -- First, that we work together proactively to be as efficient as possible, and second, that if we're exchanging their financial information...
| 2 years ago |
Do You Barter?
Monica Baker describes what you may not know about bartering. | 2 years ago |
Earned Income Tax Credit
EITC stands for Earned Income Tax Credit. This is a refundable credit, meaning qualifying taxpayers can receive refunds even if they had no tax withheld
| 2 years ago |
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Due Diligence - Know the Law. Ask the Right Questions. Get the Facts - Webinar (January 13, 2010)
This presentation is about EITC preparer due diligence and not directly about EITC law | 2 years ago |
Earned Income Tax Credit Marketing Made Easy - Webinar (November 23, 2011)
Take a look at the new ad campaign and learn about the research that made this campaign stand out. Learn about tools and products created for clients/partners and see how easy it is to customize them for specific audiences. Find out how EITC awareness and the number of eligible workers who claim their credit have increased. | 10 months ago |
Easy, Low Cost Ways to Start Your Small Business Retirement Plan - Webinar (April 7, 2011)
Most people will need an income for many years after they stop collecting a paycheck. Social Security will replace only a part of what we’re likely to need, and traditional guaranteed pensions are no longer common. Employer sponsored retirement savings plans, like the ones we’ll discuss today, will play a leading role in ensuring that our financial needs are met in retirement. This webinar is designed to help you take advantage of some of the tax incentives for setting up and maintaining a retirement plan. | 1 year ago |
Electronic Filing for One-Participant Plans
We encourage one-participant plans to file electronically using Form 5500-SF instead of the paper 5500-EZ. Your electronic return wont be available to the public through the Department of Labors online search application. | 8 months ago |
Electronic Records
As more small business taxpayers are going paperless, they are using accounting software to maintain their books and records electronically. Electronic records can include databases, saved files, e-mail, instant messages, faxes, and voice messages. | 2 years ago |
Employee Plans Compliance Resolution System EP Phone Forum
Employee Plans Compliance Resolution System EP Phone Forum audio and transcript. | 2 years ago |
Employing Family Members
A big advantage to operating your own business is the ability to hire family members. The rules vary, depending on the family relationship and the business entity type such as sole proprietorship, partnership, etc. | 2 years ago |
ESOP Update
Communicating updated ESOP information. | 2 years ago |
Fast Track Settlement (FTS) - Benefits for SB/SE Taxpayers
IRS representatives from both the Appeals and the Small Business Examination divisions explain the benefits of using the FTS process for SB/SE customers. | 3 years ago |
Fast Track Settlements (FTS) - Benefits for Tax Professionals
IRS representatives from both the Appeals and Small Business Examination divisions explain the benefits of using the FTS process for tax professionals. | 3 years ago |
FAST: Collocated Model
The FAST video series is designed to provide internal SPEC employees as well as external partner organizations a better understanding of the various models that make up the Free Assisted Self-service Tax Prep (FAST) as well as how the program works. This installment focuses on the collocated model and how this type of site can serve a wide range of taxpayers. In addition, the partners discuss how they developed their site and why the model interested them. | 11 months ago |
FAST: Getting Your Site Started with Free Assisted Self-service Tax Preparation
The FAST video series is designed to provide internal SPEC employees as well as external partner organizations a better understanding of the various models that make up the Free Assisted Self-service Tax Prep (FAST) as well as how the program works. This installment focuses on the steps needed to get your site up and running with the FAST model so you can use this new model to serve your taxpayers. | 9 months ago |
FAST: Introduction to Free Assisted Self-service Tax Preparation
The FAST video series is designed to provide internal SPEC employees as well as external partner organizations a better understanding of the various models that make up the Free Assisted Self-service Tax Prep (FAST) as well as how the program works. This installment introduces the concept of FAST, describes some of the benefits and details the support available for this model. | 9 months ago |
FAST: Standalone Model
The FAST video series is designed to provide internal SPEC employees as well as external partner organizations a better understanding of the various models that make up the Free Assisted Self-service Tax Prep (FAST) as well as how the program works. This installment focuses on the standalone FAST site model and how this type of site can serve a wide range of taxpayers. In addition, the partners discuss how they developed their site and why the model interested them. | 11 months ago |
FEAB 101 - Bank On
The FEAB 101 video series is designed to provide internal SPEC employees as well as external partner organizations a better understanding of the various topics that make up Financial Education and Asset Building (FEAB). This installment focuses on the growing Bank On movement and the impact for the individual taxpayer of having a bank account. FEAB is a major focus for the organization and this video series will help partners and employees to see the possibilities for the program. | 11 months ago |
FEAB 101 - Banking
The FEAB 101 video series is designed to provide internal SPEC employees as well as external partner organizations a better understanding of the various topics that make up Financial Education and Asset Building (FEAB). This installment focuses on the importance of banking and the impact for the individual taxpayer of having a bank account. FEAB is a major focus for the organization and this video series will help partners and employees to see the possibilities for the program. | 1 year ago |
FEAB 101 - Creating a Class
The FEAB 101 series travels around the country showcasing partners’ efforts around Financial Education and Asset Building (FEAB). In this installment, Robin McKinney from Maryland CASH in Baltimore, MD provides and overview of the Maryland CASH Academy. | 1 year ago |
FEAB 101 - Credit Counseling
The FEAB 101 series travels around the country showcasing partners’ efforts around Financial Education and Asset Building (FEAB). In this installment, representatives from Capital Area Asset Builders in Washington, DC share their experiences around the topic of Credit Counseling and how to integrate these efforts into a VITA site. | 1 year ago |
FEAB 101 - Individual Development Accounts
The FEAB 101 video series is designed to provide internal SPEC employees as well as external partner organizations a better understanding of the various topics that make up Financial Education and Asset Building (FEAB). This installment focuses on Individual Development Accounts (IDA) and the impact they can have on the financial well-being of taxpayers. In addition, the partners discuss how they developed their efforts around IDAs.
| 1 year ago |
Financial Education and Asset Building - Application Activities - Webinar (September 29, 2010)
This webcast serves as an opportunity to hear from partners involved in the highest range of FEAB. This range involves direct one-on-one contact with the client and long-term case management. These activities are high impact and directly tied to asset accumulation and behavioral changes, extensive long-term tracking of outputs and outcomes by partners. | 2 years ago |
Financial Education and Asset Building - Awareness Activities - Webinar (June 30, 2010)
"Turning Partnerships Into Opportunities” is a webcast series that showcases various best practices such as grant opportunities, product development/use, and banking the “unbanked”. | 2 years ago |
Financial Education and Asset Building - Knowledge Activities - Webinar (August 18, 2010)
Partners discuss financial education and asset building activities that involve direct contact with low-to-moderate income taxpayers through community education and outreach, i.e. contact maybe one touch or through group counseling or workshops. | 2 years ago |
Financial Education and Asset Building - Planning Activities - Webinar (July 28, 2010)
Partners discuss financial education and asset-building activities and explain how to develop initiatives and goals for future campaigns. | 2 years ago |
Financial Education and Asset Building - Transactional Activities - Webinar (September 15, 2010)
Partners discuss financial education and asset building efforts that include short-term direct contact with the low- to-moderate income taxpayers. Helping taxpayers to open or create asset vehicles that can be utilized to develop long term financial stability. | 2 years ago |
Fixing Plan Mistakes Found During an IRS Audit
Learn about correcting errors found during an Employee Plans examination through an Audit Closing Agreement (Audit CAP). | 9 months ago |
Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA)
Are you purchasing real estate property in the U.S. from a foreign owner? If yes, you may be required to withhold 10 percent of the amount realized from the sale due to the Foreign Investment in Real Property Act of 1980 also known as FIRPTA. | 1 year ago |
Form 2848 vs Form 8821
Form 2848 vs Form 8821 Phone Forum audio and transcript. | 2 years ago |
Form 5558 Filing Extension Requests for Retirement Plans
How to complete an extension request covering more than one retirement plan. | 8 months ago |
Form 8955-SSA for Plan Years 2009 and 2010
How to report deferred vested benefit data for plan years 2009 and 2010 – how to consolidate plan years, what forms to use and when they are due. | 9 months ago |
Formulario 2290 (SP) - Declaración del impuesto sobre el Uso de Vehículos Pesados en las Carreteras
El Formulario 2290 (SP) (o el Formulario 2290, en inglés) se usa para declarar y pagar el impuesto federal sobre artículos de uso y consumo para vehículos pesados que pesan 55,000 libras o más en las carreteras. Los impuestos pagados mediante el Formulario 2290(SP) se destinan a un fondo fiduciario federal que ayuda a la construcción y el mantenimiento de nuestra infraestructura de carreteras.
| 2 years ago |
Funding-Based Benefit Restrictions
A presentation about funding rules for single employer plans and benefit restrictions. | 2 years ago |
Fundraising Guidelines for Charities
Many charities are not aware of the tax implications of their fundraising activities they. We’ll briefly discuss ways that organizations raise money and review the important tax rules associated with each. | 18 days ago |
Gaming in Tax-Exempt Organizations
IRS experts explain how conducting gaming activities can affect an organization's tax-exempt status and tax reporting responsibilities. | 2 months ago |
Get Right With Your Taxes
Be informed about your Federal income tax responsibilities.
| 1 year ago |
Getting It Right: Form Filing and Compliance Issues for Direct Pay Bonds - Webinar (June 30, 2011)
A review of direct pay bonds and refundable credit payments under Section 6431 of the Internal Revenue Code, including new clean renewable energy bonds, or New CREBs, qualified energy conservation bonds, qualified zone academy bonds, or QZABs, and qualified school construction bonds. Discusses Forms 8038-CP, 8038-B, 8038-TC and 8038-G, including common errors made in their filing. | 1 year ago |
Getting Ready for Filing Season 2012 - Individuals and Businesses - Webinar (January 25, 2012)
This webinar covers new tax law updates for filing tax returns in 2012. | 8 months ago |
Good Recordkeeping Helps Avoid Headaches at Tax Time
Whether you are an individual taxpayer or a business owner, you can avoid headaches at tax time by keeping good records during the year. | 10 months ago |
Governmental Liaison/Federal Intergovernmental Partnering Program (FIPP)
IRS’s Federal Intergovernmental Partnering Program (FIPP) facilitates partnering and relationship building between the IRS and federal agencies primarily by sharing data with each other. | 2 years ago |
HIRE - Webinar (July 8, 2010)
Learn about tax benefits for employers who hire previously unemployed workers in their trade or business. | 2 years ago |
Hiring People Who Live in the U.S. But Are Not U.S. Citizens
This workshop helps small business owner understand their tax obligations when hiring people who are not U.S. citizens. At the end of this lesson, small business owners should be able to: Verify the employee’s identity and status with proper documentation; Withhold federal taxes at the proper withholding or treaty rate; Properly deposit or pay the tax withheld; and File accurate and timely withholding tax returns and provide copies to the individual. | 4 months ago |
Home Office Deduction - What's Allowable?
Find out what kinds of deductions are allowable for your home office and what’s not by watching this video. | 1 year ago |
How to Become an Authorized IRS e-File Provider - Webinar (September 22, 2010)
Find out the three steps involved to become an Authorized IRS e-file Provider, and tips that will speed up your enrollment.
| 2 years ago |
Identity Theft and Online Fraud - Webinar (May 9, 2012)
Identity theft and phishing scams are a growing problem that have tax implications for individual taxpayers and businesses. The IRS Privacy Office has information on how to identify scammers and help protect sensitive information and prevent losses. | 4 months ago |
Identity Theft and Your Tax Account
There’s nothing the IRS takes more seriously than protecting taxpayer information. Safeguard all of your personal and business information including your SSN or EIN, or ITIN. Also, if you have employees safeguard their information too. | 3 years ago |
Improving Work Experience of Persons with Targeted Disabilities (PWTD) in IRS
Presentation about IRS resources now available to support its employees with disabilities. | 6 months ago |
Increasing Your Retirement Savings
Learn how IRAs can help to increase the money available for you at retirement by sheltering your savings from taxes. | 9 months ago |
Individual Taxpayer Identification Number: Acceptance Agents’ Readiness for Filing Season 2012 - Webinar (February 22, 2012)
Learn about such things as the proper use of Form 2848 Power of Attorney Acceptable W-2s. | 7 months ago |
Indoor Tanning - Webinar (October 6, 2010)
Learn about the new tax law changes for indoor tanning services | 2 years ago |
Indoor Tanning Excise Tax
Tanning providers may be required to file Form 720 to report indoor tanning Excise tax.
| 1 year ago |
Information Resources for Charities and Nonprofits
IRS has seminars and online information where charities and nonprofit organizations can find out how to apply for federal tax-exempt status and the regulations for staying exempt. | 18 days ago |
Ingresos de negocios
Los propietarios de pequeñas empresas y los contribuyentes que trabajan por cuenta propia tienen que declarar todos los ingresos de negocios, a menos que la ley específicamente los excluya. El ingreso de negocio es tributable.
| 2 years ago |
International Activities of Domestic Charitable Organizations - Webinar (August 4, 2011)
This webinar will help U.S. domestic charitable organizations understand the rules for tax–exempt status in the international arena. It will cover topics such as charitable deductions, foreign grants and reporting requirements. | 1 year ago |
IRS Collection Process Part 1: ARRA: COBRA Premium Assistance
Part 1 provides information about the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 or ARRA, including the change to the health benefit provisions of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985, known as COBRA. | 3 years ago |
IRS Collection Process Part 2: Partial Payment Installment Agreements and Form 1099-OID Original Issue Discount Refund Scheme
Part 2 has information about new legislation that allows the IRS to enter into installment agreements that result in full or partial payment of the tax liability. | 3 years ago |
IRS Collection Process Part 3: Offers in Compromise
Part 3 provides information about the Offer In Compromise, or OIC, program. An OIC is an agreement between a taxpayer and the IRS that settles the taxpayer’s tax debt for less than the full amount owed. | 3 years ago |
IRS Disaster Assistance
The IRS’ Disaster Relief Program coordinates the granting of administrative tax relief to taxpayers and tax professionals affected by federally-declared disasters. | 2 months ago |
IRS Live Presents Requirements for Federal Tax Return Preparers - Webinar (March 30, 2011)
David R. Williams,
director, Return Preparer Office and tax professionals discuss the new
registration requirements for tax return preparers. Learn about: Early program accomplishments, PTIN guidelines, Competency Testing, Background checks, and Electronic Filing. | 1 year ago |
IRS Resources for Small Businesses
The IRS has a number of resources at IRS.gov/smallbiz. The site is filled with information that can help you year-round with your business. | 3 years ago |
IRS Submission Processing Pipeline
The Submission Processing Pipeline begins with the opening of mailed tax returns, then how it is sorted and how payments are deposited. The returns are coded, edited and numbered. Return data is entered into the computer. Validity checks are run and errors are corrected. | 2 years ago |
Issue Management Resolution System
The Issue Management Resolution System is one way the IRS is turning issues from tax professionals and small business leaders into answers. Find out how IMRS can work for you. | 2 months ago |
Know the Facts About the Gift Tax
In some instances, gift givers must file Form 709. Learn more about the Gift Tax, including limits and exemptions. | 1 year ago |
Lifetime Annuity Guidance Phone Forum
Discussion on guidance issued in 2012 in response to the Adminstration's initiative to encourage lifetime annuity options for retirees. | 4 days ago |
Maintaining Your Plan
Important facts about maintaining your plan to keep it in compliance. Easy ways to fix mistakes to protect your retirement. | 9 months ago |
Making a Noticeable Difference - Webinar (November 17, 2010)
IRS experts and tax professionals discuss: The call for change - why IRS notices needed revision; The purpose of the Office of Taxpayer Correspondence; The redesigned notices - how they better meet the needs of the taxpayers; and Cross-channel coordinating - using IRS.gov to support taxpayers who receive notices. | 1 year ago |
Mantenimiento de Registros
No hay nada que el IRS tome más seriamente que proteger la información de los contribuyentes. Proteja toda su información personal incluyendo su SSN o EIN, o ITIN. De lo siguiente, si tiene empleados, proteja su información también.
| 2 years ago |
Meeting Your EITC Due Diligence - Cumpliendo con el requisito de la diligencia debida del EITC (February 21, 2011)
Resumen del seminario
- Definir la “diligencia debida”
- Dar ejemplos
- Compartir las mejores prácticas
- Describir la iniciativa de cumplimiento
- Presentar las herramientas | 7 months ago |
Meeting Your EITC Due Diligence - Webinar (January 4, 2012)
Learn about new practitioner due diligence requirements to: protect yourself from penalties with tried and true tips, avoid common pitfalls through best practices, get the latest on IRS’ multi-tiered compliance program, and see how free tools can help you comply. | 9 months ago |
New Continuing Education Requirements
This video explains the new continuing education requirements for viewers to receive a certificate of completion when watching IRS sponsored webinars as well as what CE providers must do in order to offer CE credit. | 6 months ago |
Numero de identificación de empleadores
Un número de identificación de empleador, o EIN, es un número de identificación de impuestos federales para un negocio. Por lo general, si usted opera su negocio como una sociedad anónima o sociedad colectiva, o si tiene empleados, necesita un EIN. | 2 years ago |
Online Payment Agreement
Fred Schindler discusses the online payment agreement basic qualifications and use. | 2 years ago |
OPR & Circular 230: Current Overview, Procedures and Priorities - Webinar (July 21, 2010)
Obtain the latest information on the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) , their authority and delegation responsibility within the preparer community. | 2 years ago |
Outsourcing Payroll
Using a payroll provider allows small business owners and self-employed individuals to devote more time to their business instead of spending it on payroll duties since a payroll provider can help ensure forms are filed and deposits are made on time. However, a business must remember that the business owner is ultimately responsible for filing and paying taxes timely, even if the business is using a payroll provider to handle these duties
| 1 year ago |
Owe Taxes? Understanding IRS Collection Efforts
A series of eight videos covering topics that individuals and businesses will find helpful when working with the IRS to resolve unpaid taxes or unfiled returns. | 1 year ago |
Payments Made to Foreign Persons: A Basic Overview for Government Entities - Webinar (May 12, 2011)
An overview of withholding, remitting, and reporting obligations related to payments to foreign persons. A review of useful reference materials, including IRS Publication 515, Withholding of Tax on Nonresident Aliens and Foreign Entities and IRS Publication 519, Tax Guide for Aliens. | 1 year ago |
Pesca de información (Phishing)
Recientemente, ha habido una oleada de correos electrónicos falsos y para la pesca de información que han sido diseñados para aparentar que provienen del IRS. No lo crea. El IRS no envía correos electrónicos no solicitados relacionados con asuntos de cuenta; la presentación de una declaración de impuestos es la única forma para solicitar un reembolso. | 2 years ago |
Planned Distributions
Information on required minimum distributions for 2009, recent guidance dealing with paid-time-off plans and a couple of revenue rulings, short discussions of 402(f) notices for benefit distributions that go to participants, and rollover issues and other guidance that was issued. | 2 years ago |
Planning for Business Continuity after a Disaster
The IRS offers video presentations on Planning for Disaster. These presentations discuss business continuity planning, insurance coverage, recording keeping and other tips to stay in business after a major disaster. | 2 months ago |
Preparador de Declaraciones
Propietarios de negocios tienen tantas responsabilidades, muchos deciden que necesitan ayuda con sus impuestos. Muchos profesionales de impuestos tienen experiencia en la preparación de las declaraciones de impuestos de pequeñas empresas, pero sus credenciales pueden ser diferentes. | 2 years ago |
Proper Worker Classification
Worker classification determinations are made on a case-by-case basis that depend on the specific facts and circumstances.
| 3 years ago |
Proper Worker Classification - Webinar (February 15, 2012)
Explain how to properly classify workers as employees or independent contractors and related topics and to go over the Voluntary Classification Settlement Program. | 7 months ago |
Protecting Federal Tax Information: A Message From The IRS
You may work with federal tax information or FTI, as it's known. Sensitive personal and financial information about taxpayers is protected by law. | 3 years ago |
Questions and Answers About Notices
If you get an IRS notice don’t panic but don’t ignore it either. Read it carefully and review your tax return. If you use a tax professional, give a copy of the notice to them as soon as possible. | 2 years ago |
Real Estate Related Mortgage Interest - Webinar (June 29, 2011)
Tax reporting compliance topics for real estate businesses and industry. | 1 year ago |
Real Property: Cancellation of Debt and Foreclosure - Webinar (May 16, 2012)
What is foreclosure or repossession of real property? Learn about taxable cancellation of debt (COD) income. Find out about exceptions and exclusions under IRC 108. Hear about reduction of tax attributes and Form 982. | 4 months ago |
Reconstructing Records after a Disaster
The IRS offers video presentations on Planning for Disaster. These presentations discuss business continuity planning, insurance coverage, recording keeping and other tips to stay in business after a major disaster. | 2 months ago |
Recordkeeping Phone Forum
Keep the right records, for the right amount of time, for business tax reporting purposes. Also learn about what basic examination procedures to expect, if your business account is audited. | 1 year ago |
Recursos del IRS disponibles para pequeños negocios
El IRS tiene varios recursos para los pequeños negocios y contribuyentes que trabajan por cuenta propia. El sitio contiene información que es útil todo el año. | 2 years ago |
Reporting Cash Payments of Over $10,000
Any individual, business, trust, estate or association receiving more than $10,000 in cash in one transaction or two or more related transactions is required to file Form 8300. Learn who must file and when in this video. | 1 year ago |
Reporting Foreign Financial Accounts on the FBAR - Webinar (June 1, 2011)
IRS experts will discuss the new rule on reporting financial interest or authority over foreign accounts, who must file and how to complete the required form -- Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts Report (FBAR).
| 1 year ago |
Reporting of Employer Healthcare Coverage on Form W-2 - Webinar (October 31, 2011)
The Reporting of Employer-Sponsored Health Plan Coverage on Form W-2 webinar explains what employers and employees need to know about the Affordable Care Act provision. | 11 months ago |
Reporting Tip Income - The Jill and Jason Show
This video is for employees in industries who may receive tips as part of their income. | 4 months ago |
Reporting Tips
Employers should remind their employees that all tips received are taxable. They should report their tips to their employer. The best way to do this is to use IRS Form 4070, Employee's Report of Tips to Employer, or a similar statement.
| 1 year ago |
Requirements for Furnishing Form 1099-G Electronically
Learn how to successfully implement affirmative electronic Forms 1099-G consent procedures, requirements and how the process works. | 9 days ago |
Retirement Plans
A retirement plan has benefits for everyone –
the employer, the business and, of course, the employees. Employers may also be eligible for tax
credits or incentives for starting a retirement plan. Keep in mind that tax law changes may affect
a retirement plan. Be sure to stay up-to-date with any tax laws. | 3 years ago |
Retirement Plans Determination Letter Program
Retirement Plans Determination Letter Program Phone Forum: Discussed the status of the new determination letter program, the types of "reliance" available to preapproved plans, with or without a determination letter, tips on completing the new Form 5307, along with ways to avoid common mistakes to make the process go more smoothly. | 2 years ago |
Robo de identidad
No hay nada que el IRS tome más seriamente que proteger la información de los contribuyentes. Proteja toda su información personal incluyendo su SSN o EIN, o ITIN. De lo siguiente, si tiene empleados, proteja su información también.
| 2 years ago |
S Corporations: Stock Basis of the Shareholders - Webinar (March 28, 2011)
This webinar is to help viewers learn how to calculate an individual shareholder's basis in an S corporation stock. | 6 months ago |
Safeguards 101 - Webinar (Sept 21, 2011)
This Webinar provides an overview of the IRS Safeguards program. The Webinar addresses procedures in Publication 1075, Tax Information Security Guidelines for Federal, State and Local Agencies. | 1 year ago |
Schedule C: Who needs to file and how to do it
This presentation is for Schedule C filers who are one-owner businesses or self-employed taxpayers. Good recordkeeping is very important to the business owner or self-employed person in order to have everything needed when it comes time to file a tax return. Schedule C is filed annually as an attachment to Form 1040, the individual tax return. | 3 years ago |
Seasonal Businesses
Seasonal help is often needed for sporting events, holidays, and commercial fishing or harvest seasons. Seasonal employees are subject to the same tax withholding rules that apply to other employees. | 3 years ago |
Seasonal Employees
This video provides special tax tips if you are a seasonal employer. | 8 months ago |
Section 218 Tools, Tips and Compliance for Government Entities - Webinar (January 27, 2011)
New to the requirements of State and Local § 218 agreements (or in need of a refresher)? Look no further! This webinar will show you the path to compliance and links to answer other questions you might have. Plus: The new Compliance Self-Assessment tool makes its video debut! | 1 year ago |
Segment 1: Applying to the IRS for a Lien Discharge or Subordination
The Segment 1 video for the federal tax lien discharge and subordination process introduces the topic and discusses what is covered, the application forms and publications needed, and goes through section 6 of the application forms themselves.
| 1 year ago |
Segment 2: Describing Your Discharge or Subordination
The Segment 2 video for the federal tax lien discharge and subordination process goes in depth through section 7 on how to tell the IRS what type or basis the application falls under.
| 1 year ago |
Segment 3: Supporting, Completing, and Submitting your Application
The Segment 3 video for the federal tax lien discharge and subordination process goes through the supporting document needed as well as how to complete and submit the application.
| 1 year ago |
Self-Correcting Plan Mistakes
Important facts about using the Self Correction Program (SCP) under EPCRS to fix operational mistakes and keep your retirement plan qualified. | 9 months ago |
Selling or Refinancing when there is an IRS Lien
This is the complete video, which is also divided into 3 segments below for convenience. It explains the federal tax lien discharge and subordination process. It walks through the application forms, supporting documents needed, how to submit an application, and how the process works.
| 1 year ago |
SEP Plan Pitfalls
The first, and major part of this event, consists of a presentation on potential problems faced by employers who maintain SEP plans. The second part will consist of a question and answer session... | 2 years ago |
SIMPLE Solution for Finding and Fixing SIMPLE IRA Plan Mistakes
To communicate the SIMPLE Solution for Finding and Fixing SIMPLE IRA Plan Mistakes | 2 years ago |
Sistema electrónico de pago de impuestos federales (EFTPS)
El mejor método para pagar los impuestos federales es inscribir y usar el Sistema Electrónico de Pago de Impuestos Federales (EFTPS). Es rápido, fácil y seguro.
| 2 years ago |
Small Business Advantage: Put Our Knowledge to Work for You - Webinar (May 18, 2011)
Learn about opportunities available to you as a small business by tapping into Small Business Advantage. Small Business Advantage provides the tools and credible information you need to comply with tax responsibilities so your business thrives. | 1 year ago |
Small Business Tax Compliance Priorities for 2012 - Webinar (January 11, 2012)
Senior executives from the Small Business and Self-Employed operating division discuss the IRS' Examination and Collection priorities for this year. You will learn about the top issues facing Field Exam, Field Collection and Campus Compliance operation. You will also be introduced to the new office of Enterprise Collection Strategy. | 8 months ago |
Small Business Tax Workshops
The Small Business Tax Workshop program helps small business owners understand and fulfill their federal tax responsibilities. The IRS provides workshop materials, guidance, support and assistance to organizations such as community small business development centers, chambers of commerce, and SCORE. | 3 years ago |
Small Business Tools and Resources
When you’re running a business, you don’t need to be a tax expert, too. But you do need some tax basics. Here's an overview of IRS information you need to stay tax compliant so your business can thrive. | 1 year ago |
Social Security Numbers
Charities and nonprofits should not put Social Security numbers on publically disclosable IRS documents such as Form 990. | 18 days ago |
Social Security Section 218 Agreements and Government Entity Restructuring - Webinar (August 8, 2012)
Instruction regarding how to handle predecessor/successor situations; identifying and explaining each of the four types of situations and the effect each has on Social Security coverage: consolidations, annexations, hybrid consolidations, and miscellaneous transitions. | 1 month ago |
SPEC Assets Building Opportunities for People With Disabilities - Webinar (August 31, 2011)
Find out about Asset-Building Opportunities from several IRS partners such as National Disability Institute - the Real Economic Impact Tour, Administration for Children and Families' Office of Community Services, Assets for Independence, Center for Financial Independence & Innovation and Individual Development Accounts. | 1 year ago |
Starting a SEP or SIMPLE IRA Plan
SEP and SIMPLE IRA plans provide business owners like you, an inexpensive, hassle-free way to plan for retirement for you and your employees. | 10 months ago |
Starting and Operating Charities for Disaster Relief - Webinar (May 30, 2012)
Explains the basic requirements for staring a tax-exempt charity and the ways new and existing organizations can properly provide disaster relief under federal tax rules, so these organizations do not risk losing their tax-exempt status. | 4 months ago |
Starting off Right – What New 501(c)(3) Organizations Need to Know - Webinar (April 28, 2011)
Started a new 501(c)(3)? Keep it on track with this helpful webinar. | 1 year ago |
Starting off Right - What New NON-501(c)(3) Organizations Need to Know (February 24, 2011)
Provide information for new nonprofits, including: 501(c)(4) - Social Welfare groups 501(c)(5) - Labor, Agricultural & Horticultural 501(c)(6) – Business Leagues 501(c)(7) – Social Clubs 501(c)(8) – Fraternal Beneficiary Societies 501(c)(10) – Domestic Fraternal Societies. | 1 year ago |
State Tuition Organizations
State Tuition Organizations are a relatively new development in tuition aid for students and there are tax implications for the states that create them and the parents who use them. | 18 days ago |
Talleres de impuestos para pequeños negocios
Los talleres de impuestos para los pequeños negocios ayudan a los propietarios de pequeñas empresas a entender y cumplir con sus obligaciones sobre el pago de impuestos. El IRS proporciona los materiales del taller, orientación, apoyo y ayuda a organizaciones relacionadas, tales como los centros de desarrollo para pequeñas empresas, cámaras de comercio y SCORE.
| 2 years ago |
Tax Scams Sound Too Good to be True
Learn how to refer a suspected tax avoidance scheme and its promoter to the IRS Lead Development Center. | 9 months ago |
Taxability of Certain Fringe Benefits for State and Local Governments - Webinar (August 25, 2010)
The proper taxing of Fringe Benefits is a hot topic for government employers. View this educational presentation on what a fringe benefit is. Also, learn which fringe benefits are non-taxable and how to enter taxable fringe benefits properly on a W-2. | 2 years ago |
The Disability Initiative - Webinar (May 18, 2011)
Discover ways the IRS is reaching out to help persons with targeted disabilities during their worklife, and learn about initiatives that are being explored and developed. | 1 year ago |
The DOs and DON'Ts of Reporting Requirements for Indian Tribal Governments - Webinar (August 25, 2011)
Tribes should be aware of their reporting requirements of income taxes and business expenses. This webinar deals with tribes making payments to foreign entities; special rules for tribal council pay; how an employer should treat employee business expenses; and more. | 1 year ago |
The Employee Plans Team Audit Web Page
EP Examination: tour the EPTA web page currently being used by large case practitioners and plan sponsors. | 9 months ago |
The Examination Process for Employment Tax Returns - Webinar (June 22, 2011)
The panel of IRS experts and industry professionals discuss what to expect from an employment tax examination. | 1 year ago |
The Global Phenomenon - How International Issues Impact Employee Plans - Webinar (May 26, 2011)
International issues are a Service-wide priority and improving international tax compliance by large corporations and high-wealth individuals a top concern at highest levels. The Service is focusing on addressing existing abuse and preventing abuse going forward. Since International issues impact all types of TE/GE customers, we are collaborating across TE/GE and IRS. We are applying our skills to tackle new issues using consistent strategies, but tailored as needed. | 1 year ago |
The IRS Fresh Start Initiative - Webinar (August 31, 2011)
Learn about new IRS Collection policy on lien withdrawals, payment plans for small businesses and Streamline Offer in Compromise. | 1 year ago |
Tips for Completing Your VCP Submission on Appendix F
Avoid processing delays by following these tips to properly complete your Voluntary Correction Program submission. | 7 months ago |
Tips on Tip Reporting - Filing Form 8027, Employer’s Annual Information Return of Tip Income and Allocated Tips - Webinar (March 24, 2010)
Our experts discuss tips on filing Form 8027, how to allocate tips, common errors and much more. | 2 years ago |
Tips to Maintaining Your Plan
Important facts about maintaining your plan to keep it in compliance. Easy ways to fix mistakes to protect your retirement. | 9 months ago |
Tribal Council Member Pay, Travel Expenses and Tip Agreements - Webinar (June 27, 2012)
Watch this webinar to learn about 1) how Indian tribes would classify tribal council members as employees; 2) tip agreements between the IRS and Indian tribal casinos; and 3) when and how to report and record reimbursable travel expenses. | 3 months ago |
Unique Employment Tax Classification issues in Government Entities
A critical issue for all government employers is properly classifying workers as employees or independent contractors. This phone forum addresses key concepts in worker classification decisions. | 9 days ago |
Update from the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility and IRS Return Preparer Office - Webinar (December 14, 2011)
David Williams, director of the IRS Return Preparer Office and Karen Hawkins, director of the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility provides an overview of the responsibilities of each office and OPR's recent reorganization and its exclusive authority over practitioner discipline under Circular 230. | 9 months ago |
Vale la pena estar al dia con sus impuestos
Infórmese de las responsabilidades sobre su Impuestos federales. | 8 months ago |
Ventajas de asociarse con el Servicio de Impuestos Internos
¿Cuáles son las ventajas para las organizaciones de pequeños negocios de asociarse con el Servicio de Impuestos Internos a través de nuestro grupo de trabajo de alcance a la comunidad “Stakeholder Liaison”? Este video provee la contestación presentando muchos productos, herramientas educativas y servicios que el Servicio de Impuestos Internos ofrece a sus organizaciones socias y a los miembros de éstas. | 2 months ago |
Virtual Small Business Tax Workshop
The Virtual Small Business Tax Workshop is composed of nine interactive lessons designed to help new small business owners learn their tax rights and responsibilities. Those lessons are:
- Lesson 1 - What you need to know about Federal Taxes and your new business
- Lesson 2 - How to set up and run your business so paying taxes isn't a hassle
- Lesson 3 - How to file and pay your taxes using a computer
- Lesson 4 - What you need to know when you run your business out of your home
- Lesson 5 - How to set up a retirement plan for yourself and your employees
- Lesson 6 - What you need to know about federal taxes when hiring employees/contractors
- Lesson 7 - How to manage payroll so you withhold the right amount from employees
- Lesson 8 - How to make tax deposits and file your payroll taxes
- Lesson 9 - What you need to know about Federal Unemployment Taxes (FUTA)
| 2 years ago |
VITA and TCE Grant Recipient Orientation - Webinar (December 7, 2011)
TCE and VITA Grant recipients will learn the expectations for maintaining payment management system access, understanding and meeting the terms and conditions of the grants and adhering to the quality Site requirements. | 9 months ago |
When and How to Report Foreign Financial Accounts
Treasury has issued new regulations for the Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts - FBAR - and the IRS has released the new form and instructions. Learn who must report, how and when. | 1 year ago |