Month: January 2023

January 17, 2023 Greg Caramanica

January 13: IRS Free File opens. Taxpayers can begin filing returns through IRS Free File partners; tax returns will be transmitted to the IRS starting January 24. Tax software companies also are accepting tax filings in advance. January 17: Due date for tax year 2022 fourth quarter estimated tax payment. January 23: IRS begins tax season. Individual…

January 11, 2023 Greg Caramanica

One of the first decisions taxpayers must make when completing a tax return is whether to take the standard deduction or itemize their deductions. There are several factors that can influence a taxpayer’s choice, including changes to their tax situation, any changes to the standard deduction amount and recent tax law changes. Generally, most taxpayers…