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I Timed 188 Calls to the IRS. Here’s Where the Time Actually Went.
An enrolled agent tracked 188 calls to the IRS. See how much time she spent waiting, where the delays happened, and what taxpayers should know before calling.
Tax News & Analysis
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Getting To Know You Tuesday: Tom Bazley
Thomas E. Bazley, CPA, is a tax professional with more than 25 years of experience. Tom serves in the National Tax Office at Weaver, where he works on complex federal tax matters involving closely held businesses, retirement benefits, and individual and fiduciary tax planning. His work often puts him at the intersection of income and…
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You Be the Tax Judge: Can An Influencer Deduct Celebrity Experiences?
Can a social media influencer deduct Grammy tickets, celebrity meet-and-greets, and other experiences as business expenses? You be the Tax Judge.
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IRS Mileage Rates Changed Midyear: What To Know Before Year-End
The IRS changed its standard mileage rates in July 2026. Here’s what to know about business, medical, charitable, and moving mileage before year-end.
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IRS Announces New Per Diem Rates For Business Travel
The IRS has released new per diem rates for business travel, including updated high-low rates of $329 and $230, effective October 1, 2026.
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What’s Line 11 on Form 1040? Understanding Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
Whether you’re filling out forms for credit checks, FAFSA, or other financial applications, you may be asked about your adjusted gross income, or AGI. For years, you would find AGI on line 11. On the current Form 1040, you’ll find AGI on Line 11a at the bottom of the first page. (And, assuming no changes,…
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A New Lead In The Tylenol Murders and The Tax Twist You Probably Forgot
A possible new link has emerged in the 1982 Tylenol murders, reviving interest in the unsolved case—and James Lewis’s surprising connection to taxes.
