Small business loans can be helpful and sometimes necessary in order to continue or expand a business. There are several types of loans available to small businesses, each with their own sets of pros and cons. Term Loans One of the most common types of loans for small businesses, a term loan is a lump […]
Tax Rules for an Airbnb or Vacation Rental
Renting out your property as an Airbnb can be a good way to secure residual income. While Airbnb may send you a tax form at the end of the year. It’s important to understand your tax responsibilities to check for errors and in the event you aren’t issued a form. Reporting Airbnb or Vacation Rental […]
An Update on Student Loan Forgiveness
Student loan debt is still on the rise and new developments regarding repayment and forgiveness have unfolded recently. President Biden will announce his plan for student loan forgiveness and repayment by the end of August 2022. Student Loan Payment Pause Loan payments are currently paused but are set to begin again on September 1, […]
Investment Tips for College Students
The world of investments can be intimidating, especially for young adults and college students. However, it is known that one of the best ways to build long-term wealth is to start investing early. Doing will allow your money to compound interest for a longer period of time. More than anything, knowing investment tips will help […]
How Filing for an Extension Affects Your Taxes
With a massive increase in taxpayers filing for an extension, what does this mean for people who owe? How does the extension deadline work? Hosts CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang discuss these details and more in this week’s episode. Optima Tax Relief is the nation’s leading tax resolution firm with over […]
Optima Newsletter – July: How the Economy Affects Your Taxes
How the Economy and Inflation Affect Your Taxes The IRS updates certain tax provisions annually to account for inflation, so your tax and investment plans should change accordingly. How to Avoid Having Your Tax Refund Garnished CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Phil Hwang discuss these circumstances and what you should do if you’re […]
How to Avoid Having Your Tax Refund Garnished
Worried about the IRS garnishing your refund? There are a few instances where this could happen. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Phil Hwang discuss these circumstances and what you should do if you’re thinking your refund could be at risk for IRS seizure. If You Need Tax Help, Contact Us Today for a Free […]
New Consequences of Payroll Tax Liability
The responsibility of payroll taxes falls on the shoulders of employers, although they come from employee paychecks. The federal government, Social Security and Medicare heavily rely on taxes from employee wages. IRS revenue officers are now tracking how unpaid payroll taxes were spent during their “trust fund investigation.” Payroll Taxes Used for the Employer’s Benefit […]
New IRS Voice Bot Options Shortens Wait Time
Many taxpayers are hesitant about calling the IRS for several reasons, including the long wait time to speak with a representative. A phone call could take hours that you may not have to spare in your day to get answers to simple questions. The IRS launched what they believe to be the answer to this […]
How the Economy and Inflation Affect Your Taxes
With the rise of gas prices and the decline of the housing market, it’s no secret that the United States is experiencing inflation. Inflation doesn’t stop at gas and housing, though, as the state of the economy also impacts your taxes. The IRS updates certain tax provisions annually to account for inflation, so your tax […]