News & Events
IRS Office of Professional Responsibility Disbars Return Preparer Accused of Filing False Returns
IR-2012-104, Dec. 31, 2012 — The IRS announced that its Office of Professional Responsibility has disbarred a return preparer accused of routinely preparing and filing fraudulent federal tax returns.
IRS Provides Guidance on Withholding in 2013
IR-2012-105, Dec. 31, 2012 — The IRS released new income-tax withholding tables for 2013 and issued special instructions on implementing new income tax and Social Security tax rates.
Collection Information Statements Revised
Headliner 334 - Collection Information Statements Revised
Tax Preparers Must Renew Their PTINs and Those Required to Take the RTRP Test Should Schedule It As Soon As Possible
IR-2012-103, Dec. 20, 2012 — Professional tax return preparers must renew their Preparer Tax Identification Numbers (PTINs), which expire Dec. 31, 2012, if they plan to prepare returns in 2013. Preparers who need to take the competency test may schedule an appointment while renewing their PTIN.
Voluntary Classification Settlement Program
New IRS program for employers to voluntarily reclassify workers.
Notices from IRS (CP 403 and CP 406 Notices) - Delinquency Notices
The CP 403 and CP 406 Notices are delinquency notices pertaining to the filing of Forms 5500 and 5500-EZ. The frequently asked questions provided are intended to assist you in drafting a response should you receive such a notice.
IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Giving
IR-2012-102, Dec. 19, 2012 — Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in mind key tax provisions affecting donations of clothing and household items and monetary donations.
IRS Provides Tax Relief to Victims of Hurricane Sandy; Return Filing and Tax Payment Deadline Extended to Feb. 1, 2013
IR-2012-83, Nov. 2, 2012 –– In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Internal Revenue Service announced additional tax relief to affected individuals and businesses.
Tax Relief for Victims of Hurricane Sandy in Maryland
MD-2012-20, Dec. 17, 2012 –— Victims of Hurricane Sandy that began on Oct. 26, 2012 in parts of Maryland may qualify for tax relief.
Schemas, Business Rules, and Release Memo for Form 56 (CUv2.0)
posting dates for Form 56
