List of IRS Tax Tips

  • IRS News Bulletins Text Message Survey Reminder

    Greetings: For those of you that already completed the IRS News Bulletins Text Messaging Feedback survey, thank you for taking the time.  For those of you that have not, we understand that you have many demands on your time or otherwise may not have had an opportunity to take it, but your input is important…


  • Tax Tip 2026-51: Understanding what the right to challenge the IRS’s position and be heard means

    IRS Tax Tips June 23, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-51 Understanding what the right to challenge the IRS’s position and be heard means Every taxpayer has certain rights when working with the IRS. These 10 fundamental rights are collectively known as the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Let’s get a better understanding of what the…


  • Tax Tip 2026-50: Tax Pro Account is a useful tool for tax pros

    IRS Tax Tips June 18, 2026 Issue Number:  Tax Tip 2026-50 Tax Pro Account is a useful tool for tax pros    The IRS offers a few digital options for accessing and maintaining tax information depending on the type of user. One of these is Tax Pro Account. Let’s explore some of the features and…


  • IRS News Bulletins Text Message Survey Invitation

    Greetings: You are invited to take a survey about the IRS News Bulletins text messaging for the IRS. We are asking for your feedback, so we can improve communications. Survey Information Your participation is voluntary. Your identity will remain anonymous. Responses will be aggregated into a report. The survey should take less than 5 minutes…


  • Tax Tip 2026-49: Written Information Security Plans are essential for tax pros

    IRS Tax Tips June 16, 2026 Issue Number: 2026-49 Written Information Security Plans are essential for tax pros A Written Information Security Plan – or WISP – is just one tool for tax professionals to protect their client’s data, and it’s required by law. The IRS and the Security Summit partners have created an easy…


  • IRS Tax Tip 2026-48: Don’t delay filing any longer: Several free filing options still available

    IRS Tax Tips June 11, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-48 Don’t delay filing any longer: Several free filing options still available Taxpayers who requested an extension to file their 2025 return still have free filing options available. Extension filers have until Oct. 15 but are encouraged not to wait. IRS Free File IRS Free…


  • IRS Tax Tip 2026-47: Put a plan in place for potential disasters

    IRS Tax Tips June 6, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-47 Put a plan in place for potential disasters Hurricane season officially started at the beginning of the month, but they aren’t the only type of disaster that can occur. Taxpayers are encouraged to take steps now to ensure they’re prepared in case they are…


  • IRS Tax Tip 2026-46: Important steps for future business owners

    IRS Tax Tips June 4, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-46 Important steps for future business owners Thinking of starting a business? One of the most important first steps for new entrepreneurs and future business owners is to ensure the right business structure is chosen. That’s not all though, there’re a few other tips and…


  • IRS Tax Tip 2026-45: Is that activity just a hobby or a business?

    IRS Tax Tips June 2, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-45 Is that activity just a hobby or a business? Many people have hobbies – things they enjoy doing in their spare time – and some even make a little extra money from them. However, there’s a difference between a hobby and a business, especially…


  • IRS Tax Tip 2026-44: IRS verified is the way to go when it comes to social media and e-News services

    IRS Tax Tips May 28, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-44 IRS verified is the way to go when it comes to social media and e-News services Social media can be a quick and easy way to get tax-related updates, especially with the many updates from the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. But not all online…


  • IRS Tax Tip 2026-43: Summer fun has begun: How common activities could impact the next tax return

    IRS Tax Tips May 26, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-43 Summer fun has begun: How common activities could impact the next tax return  Summer hasn’t officially started, but summertime events and happenings certainly have. Most people aren’t thinking about taxes when there’s summer fun to be had, but there’s some common activities that could…


  • Tax Tip 2026-42: Homeowners should review any tax benefits for homeownership

    IRS Tax Tips May 21, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-42 Homeowners should review any tax benefits for homeownership The year is nearly half over which makes it a good time to remind homeowners and future homeowners to review their eligibility for any tax deductions, programs and housing allowances. If eligible, these tax benefits could…