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A competitive bodybuilder deducted the posing oil that made his muscles gleam onstage — and the Tax Court agreed it was ...
09/03/2026

A competitive bodybuilder deducted the posing oil that made his muscles gleam onstage — and the Tax Court agreed it was a legitimate business expense for his competitions. His buffalo meat and special vitamins, though, were denied; the court found they built muscle generally, not just for the business. Half a win still tells you something about how these lines get drawn.

Not sure where your line is? Let's map it out. dc Tax, LLC — IRS representation and conflict resolution. dctax.us | [email protected] | (888) 627-2375

Educator Classroom Expense Deduction – Did You Know?Eligible K-12 teachers, instructors, counselors, principals and aide...
09/01/2026

Educator Classroom Expense Deduction – Did You Know?

Eligible K-12 teachers, instructors, counselors, principals and aides who pay for classroom supplies out of pocket may deduct up to $350 of qualifying expenses per year. Married couples filing jointly who are both eligible educators may deduct up to $350 each, for a combined maximum of $700.

You do not need to itemize deductions to claim this deduction. Be sure to keep receipts and other records for any classroom expenses you plan to deduct.

Receive a Final Notice of Intent to Levy or a lien filing notice, and you have 30 days to request a Collection Due Proce...
09/01/2026

Receive a Final Notice of Intent to Levy or a lien filing notice, and you have 30 days to request a Collection Due Process hearing. Filing on time preserves your right to challenge the decision in Tax Court — and it pauses the IRS's 10-year collection clock while it's pending. Miss the window, and those protections narrow considerably.

Clock ticking on a notice? Let's not miss it. dc Tax, LLC — IRS representation and conflict resolution. dctax.us | [email protected] | (888) 627-2375

A furniture store owner paid someone to burn down his own business, then tried to deduct the payment as a "consulting fe...
08/27/2026

A furniture store owner paid someone to burn down his own business, then tried to deduct the payment as a "consulting fee." Both the write-off and the insurance claim were denied — and it became a federal case for reasons well beyond taxes. Not every creative label survives contact with the IRS.

Wondering what actually holds up under audit? Let's talk about it honestly. dc Tax, LLC — IRS representation and conflict resolution. dctax.us | [email protected] | (888) 627-2375

A Notice of Federal Tax Lien attaches to everything you own or acquire while it's in effect, and it's public record. It ...
08/25/2026

A Notice of Federal Tax Lien attaches to everything you own or acquire while it's in effect, and it's public record. It can complicate refinancing, selling property, or securing credit. Depending on your situation, a lien can sometimes be withdrawn, subordinated, or released — each with a different process and a different effect.

Dealing with a lien? Let's map out your options. dc Tax, LLC — IRS representation and conflict resolution. dctax.us | [email protected] | (888) 627-2375

Major Higher Education Tax Credits Now Require Valid SSN – Did You Know?The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) and L...
08/24/2026

Major Higher Education Tax Credits Now Require Valid SSN – Did You Know?

The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) and Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC) help many Americans pay for higher education. For eligible students pursuing a degree or other recognized credential, the AOTC can cover up to $2,500 in tuition, required school fees and certain course materials per year. Meanwhile, the LLC can offset up to $2,000 per tax return for qualified education expenses for eligible students taking higher education courses for a variety of reasons.

Beginning with tax year 2026, the taxpayer claiming either the AOTC or LLC (and spouse, if filing jointly) must have a Social Security number (SSN) valid for work in the United States that was issued before the due date of the tax return, including extensions. If the eligible student is not the person claiming the credit (for example, if the student is that person's dependent or spouse), then the student must also have a valid SSN issued by that deadline. Other qualification requirements, such as income limits, remain in effect. A tax professional can help you determine whether the higher education expenses you pay for yourself, your spouse or a dependent qualify for a tax benefit.

A California woman spent over $12,000 fostering and caring for feral cats through a qualified rescue charity — and the T...
08/20/2026

A California woman spent over $12,000 fostering and caring for feral cats through a qualified rescue charity — and the Tax Court allowed a charitable deduction for the documented, unreimbursed costs. Van Dusen v. Commissioner remains one of the most-cited cases on deducting volunteer expenses. The key was the paper trail, not the cause.

Volunteer for a cause and cover costs yourself? Let's see what's deductible. dc Tax, LLC — IRS representation and conflict resolution. dctax.us | [email protected] | (888) 627-2375

Seasonal Employers - Did You Know?Summer is a peak time for many businesses to hire seasonal employees. In general, the ...
08/18/2026

Seasonal Employers - Did You Know?

Summer is a peak time for many businesses to hire seasonal employees. In general, the same federal tax rules apply to these workers as to permanent staff. Employers typically must withhold federal income tax and F**A (Social Security and Medicare) taxes and pay the employer share of F**A. Employers subject to FUTA must also pay federal unemployment tax on taxable wages.

Seasonal employers often must file Form 941 (Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return) for quarters in which they pay wages. However, they generally do not need to file for quarters in which they paid no wages and have no employment tax liability. If this applies, check the "Seasonal Employer" box on every Form 941 you file.

Employment taxes generally must be deposited monthly or semiweekly, based on the applicable lookback period. FUTA follows separate deposit rules and generally must be deposited when accumulated FUTA tax exceeds $500 for a quarter. Federal tax deposits must be made electronically, including through EFTPS.

First Time Abate can remove failure-to-file and failure-to-pay penalties if you have a clean compliance history for the ...
08/18/2026

First Time Abate can remove failure-to-file and failure-to-pay penalties if you have a clean compliance history for the prior three years. The IRS is now applying it automatically in many cases — but it's still worth confirming it was applied to your account. On older balances, reasonable cause relief may also apply.

Let's check your account for penalty relief. dc Tax, LLC — IRS representation and conflict resolution. dctax.us | [email protected] | (888) 627-2375

A gas station owner once handed out beer instead of trading stamps to keep customers coming back — and the Tax Court rul...
08/13/2026

A gas station owner once handed out beer instead of trading stamps to keep customers coming back — and the Tax Court ruled the cost was a legitimate business promotion expense. Ordinary and necessary doesn't mean boring. It just means it has to serve the business.

Curious what counts as "ordinary and necessary" in your business? Let's talk. dc Tax, LLC — IRS representation and conflict resolution. dctax.us | [email protected] | (888) 627-2375

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