The standard deduction rises up to $15,000 for single and $30,000 for married taxpayers. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) updated its standard deductions for U.S. taxpayers in 2025,…
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Nearly Half of States to Participate in IRS’ Direct File in 2025
The free online service will be available to more than 30 million in 2025. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that over 30 million taxpayers are eligible for…
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Treasury Proposes Minimum Tax Rate for Billion Dollar Companies
The department would implement a 15 percent standard. The Treasury Department announced that it is considering a new tax policy that would require a 15 percent minimum profit…
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IRS Reaches $1 Billion Milestone for Wealthy Back-Tax Collection
The agency is working to increase transparency of how is uses federal funds to address tax evasion. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced Thursday that is has reached…
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Treasury Department Proposes Tax Accountability for Business Partnerships
The department moves to address the “basis shifting” of business partnerships to lower tax brackets. The Treasury Department proposed new rules this week to hold high-profile tax evasion…
Read MoreHouse Committee Requests Chamber of Commerce Documents
The lobbying group reportedly received funding from a billionaire. The House Ways and Means Committee sent a letter to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce this week, requesting tax…
Read MoreIRS Exceeds Taxpayer Assistance Response Goals
Secretary Yellen seeks to maintain Congressional investment. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) said this week that the agency exceeded its taxpayer response goals for the year. They attribute…
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IRS Offers New Electronic Tax Filing System
The IRS commissioner recently testified before a House committee regarding Direct File. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the pilot version of the agency’s updated electronic tax…
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IRS Improves Phone Service Levels in Current Tax Season
The agency seeks to show the efficacy of additional funding. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has shown improved phone response metrics as the tax season kicks off, reportedly…
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FTC Files Complaint Against H&R Block for Deceptive Marketing
The company also deleted users’ tax information when they sought a lower-cost filing option. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is pursuing action against H&R Block for deceptive marketing…
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