The third stimulus payment was an advance payment of the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit. If you did not receive a third stimulus payment check or an amount less than you were eligible for, you could claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on your 2021 tax return. Since March 2021, more than 175 million third economic stimulus…
IRS expects taxes to be paid on income as it is earned, referred to as the pay-as-you-go system. Therefore, individuals with income that isn’t subject to withholding taxes make estimated tax payments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) every quarter. Self-Employed individuals and small business owners must plan, estimate, and pay taxes quarterly to the…
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expanded the child tax credit for the tax year 2021 to help ease the financial burden on families caused by the pandemic. In 2021, the child tax credit amount increased. In addition, the age limit of a qualifying child increased to 17. It also made the tax credit fully…
Year-end tax planning for 2021 can be complicated due to new tax provisions and upcoming tax changes part of the new Build Back Better Act. It’s a critical time to use tax planning strategies to help you take advantage of financial opportunities and minimize your taxes. Everyone’s situation is unique so consult with a tax…