A new year could mean a financial fresh start. The IRS Fresh Start program was created to help struggling taxpayers and small businesses. In 2023, taxpayers are still asking how the program works. Here are some key details about the program. The History of the Fresh Start Program The Fresh Start Initiative was established in […]
IRS Interest Rate Increases for Q1 of 2023
While the Fed continues to increase interest rates, other entities are adjusting their own rates accordingly, the IRS included. In fact, the first quarter of 2023 has already seen an IRS interest rate increase that took effect January 1, 2023. Here’s what it means for taxpayers. How much did rates increase? Both overpayment and underpayment […]
Tax Tips for 2023
The 2023 tax filing season will be different than the past few years. That said, getting prepared early can help make the process much easier. Some of the changes expected in 2023 could affect tax bills, which in turn could affect tax refunds. Here are some tax tips for 2023. Wait for Form 1099-K […]
Optima Newsletter – December 2022
Tax Forms for Self-Employed Individuals Filing taxes when you are self-employed can be very complex. One of the ways you can better prepare yourself for the filing season is to ensure you have all the correct and relevant tax forms. Read More An Update on Fed Rate Hikes American households have been feeling the full […]
Optima Tax Relief Named an OC Top Workplace for Eighth Year
Landing at No. 4 on this year’s list, the company was one of only two companies to rank in the “Top 5” over the last five years. Optima Tax Relief, the nation’s leading tax resolution firm, has been honored as a 2022 Top Workplace winner by the Orange County Register for the eighth consecutive year. […]
An Overview of Sin Taxes
With sports betting on the ballot this past midterm election, many wonder if sin taxes are healthy for the economy. These taxes have been levied both at the federal and state levels. Here are some examples of sin taxes and what they mean for the economy. What is a sin tax? A sin tax is […]
Optima Newsletter – November 2022
Expenses You Didn’t Know Were Tax Deductible Tax deductions can help lower your tax bill and even increase your tax refund on your return. Here are seven tax deductions you might not know are deductible. Read More How to Avoid Tax Scams and SMishing The IRS recently announced that there has been an increase in […]
An Update on Fed Rate Hikes
American households have been feeling the full effects of inflation all year with rates at their highest since early 2008. To support a healthy U.S. economy, the Federal Reserve, also known as the Fed, has raised its federal funds rate. Put simply, the federal funds rate is a suggested interest rate for banks to use […]
Which Income Types Are Taxable?
Generally speaking, most income sources are taxable. However, there are some income types that are exempt from taxes. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang discuss different kinds of income that may or may not get taxed and provide insight on how you can find out if your income is taxable or not. […]
Divorce Can Impact Your Tax Liability – Who is Responsible?
Filing taxes after a divorce can be complicated, especially when sorting out the tax liability that the parties are legally responsible for. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang discuss how married couples should file their taxes, as well as how they can end up with a tax balance after a divorce – […]