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IRS People First Initiative provides relief to taxpayers facing COVID-19 issues

Tax Tip 2020-56, May 13, 2020 Due to COVID-19, the IRS’ People First Initiative provides relief to taxpayers on a variety of issues from easing payment guidelines to delaying compliance actions. This relief is effective through the filing and payment deadline, Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Existing Installment Agreements –Under an existing Installment Agreement, payments due between April 1 and …

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What people really want to know about Economic Impact Payments

COVID Tax Tip 2020-55, May 12, 2020 IRS.gov has answers to many questions people may have about their Economic Impact Payment. Here are answers to some of the top questions people are asking about these payments. Is this payment considered taxable income? No, the payment is not income and taxpayers will not owe tax on …

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COVID-19 paid leave tax credits for small and midsize businesses

COVID Tax Tip 2020-53, May 7, 2020 Small and midsize employers can claim two new refundable payroll tax credits. The paid sick leave credit and the paid family leave credit are designed to immediately and fully reimburse eligible employers for the cost of providing COVID-19 related leave to their employees. Here are some key things to …

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VA and SSI recipients act now to add eligible children to Economic Impact Payment

COVID Tax Tip 2020-50, May 4, 2020 People who receive Supplemental Security Income and Department of Veterans Affairs benefits who have children need to act by May 5 to quickly receive the full amount of their Economic Impact Payment. Those who need to act are those who receive SSI or VA Compensation and Pension benefits and didn’t …

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Low-income people are eligible to get an Economic Impact Payment

COVID Tax Tip 2020-51, May 5, 2020 Low-income individuals who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents or qualifying resident aliens with a work eligible Social Security number are eligible to receive an Economic Impact Payment. Those who do not have a regular filing requirement can use the free, online tool Non-Filers: Enter Payment Infoto quickly and easily register …

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SSI and VA recipients with a child who don’t file taxes should visit IRS.gov

COVID Tax Tip 2020-49, May 1, 2020 SSI and VA recipients who have children and weren’t required file a tax return in 2018 or 2019 should visit the Non-Filers: Enter Payment Info Here tool on IRS.gov by May 5. This will help ensure they receive their full Economic Impact Payment as soon as possible. This tool is available in …

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Tools to help people get their Economic Impact Payment

COVID Tax Tip 2020-48, April 30, 2020 The IRS has two tools to help millions of taxpayers with their Economic Impact Payment. The payments are $1,200 per eligible person and up to $500 for each qualifying child. The first tool, Non-Filers: Enter Payment Info Here is available – in English and Spanish – for certain taxpayers who don’t …

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Common errors to avoid when filing for advance payment of employer credits

COVID Tax Tip 2020-47, April 29, 2020 Employers who are filing Form 7200, Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due to COVID-19 should read the instructions carefully and take their time when completing this form to avoid mistakes. Using a reputable tax preparer – including certified public accountants, enrolled agents or other knowledgeable tax professionals – can also help avoid errors. Mistakes …

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