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What’s happening now in the tax world?
Lately there seems to be changes minute by minute - we are doing our best to keep our clients informed and this is one resource we are adding for that purpose. Please check in periodically to see what's new.
Estimated Taxes
Estimated tax payments are required for Federal, State & Local taxes whenever your tax liability less withholdings exceeds the minimum thresh-holds.That's the rule but as with any rules - there are exceptions as well as tools to help...
Read MoreProtect your company name
Decennial Report: Some of our clients have been receiving notices from the PA Department of State re: the required Decennial Report for 2021. This a legal form associated with your business registration so is not something we prepare...
Read MoreAdvanced Child Tax Credit
I hope everyone is enjoying their summer so far! You have likely heard that the IRS is getting ready to release advanced Child tax credit payments to eligible taxpayers starting in July. The payments will range from $250 - $300 per...
Read MoreRefunds and Tax payments
Tax day is almost here! We at Proactive Tax Strategies are more than anxious to cross the filing deadline this year! That said - our job is not done - we still have extensions, bookkeeping, business taxes, projections and consulting...
Read MoreIRS Extends Due Date
The IRS has officially extended the 2020 tax filing season until May 17, 2021. https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-day-for-individuals-extended-to-may-17-treasury-irs-extend-filing-and-payment-deadline Although I personally do not relish...
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PPP Forgiveness Application
The SBA has just released a new simplified forgiveness application for loans under $150,000. https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/2021-01/PPP%20--%20Loan%20Forgiveness%20Application%20and%20Instructions%20--%20Form%203508S%20%281.19...
Read MoreWelcome 2021!
We are starting the year off with some good news - as I'm sure you have all heard by now - Congress finally passed another COVID Relief bill
Read More2021 Upcoming Changes
2020 is almost behind us - it's been quite a challenge for many of us and my heart goes out to those who have suffered losses due to the COVID Pandemic, including lost loved ones as well as losses in your life's work and dreams. We are...
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving
From all of us @ Proactive Tax & Financial Strategies we wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for your continued trust in us!
Read MorePPP Forgiveness update
It's been a while but we finally have a little bit of good news to report on the forgiveness end of the PPP loan. We are still hoping for full forgiveness on any loans under $150,000 but that has not passed in Congress (yet). So the...
Read MoreHappy Labor Day
The team at Proactive Tax Strategies would like to wish you all a very happy and healthy Labor Day weekend... It is hard to believe that the summer of 2020 is nearly behind us - I hope everyone had a chance to enjoy some fun in the...
Read MorePost Tax Season reconnect
Whew - Tax Season is FINALLY in the rear view mirror (except for some extensions). I hope everyone is staying healthy but finding ways to enjoy the summer as close to normal as possible. Now that we are thru the final crunch - I wanted...
Read MorePA Small Business Grants
Applications are now being taken for the COVID-19 Pa Small Business Grants you can apply thru the link on this page:https://pabusinessgrants.com/ Frequently Asked Questions are located at:https://pabusinessgrants.com/faq/ Please let us...
Read MoreWe are finally going Green
As of Friday June 26, 2020 Bucks & Montgomery Counties are FINALLY entering the Green phase of re-opening! Big shout out to all of my business clients and friends who have been anxiously awaiting this opportunity to once again make a...
Read MorePPP Forgiveness - REVISED application
SBA has published a revised application for the PPP loan forgiveness. https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/cares/assistance-for-small-businesses This will be helpful for planning for payroll purposes going forward - please let us...
Read MorePA Grants, EIDL & PPP info links
PA is offering Grants to businesses affected by COVID thru the Department of Community and Economic Development https://dced.pa.gov/programs/covid-19-relief-statewide-small-business-assistance/ Also - as of June 15th - Small businesses...
Read MoreThe President has signed....
President Trump signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. This extends the 8 week period to 24 weeks for companies to meet the forgiveness requirements. It also lowers the % needed to be allocated to payroll to...
Read MoreThings are happening....
PPP changes are moving forward - the Senate Unanimously passed the House relief Bill known as the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act. It now just needs to be signed by President Trump which is anticipated anytime. This will extend the...
Read MoreIRS is sending Debit Cards
IRS is now sending Debit cards (in lieu of checks) for the Economic Impact Payment. I've heard from several people in the past 2 days that the debit card is hitting our area and is confusing. It appears to be junk mail (credit card...
Read MoreNEWS - No news is not always good news:-/
No news - We are all very frustrated that the changes to the PPP forgiveness terms have still not been extended. The house of representatives did pass H.R. 7010 on Thurs May 28th which would extend the forgiveness period from 8 weeks...
Read MoreHappy Memorial Day
Wishing everyone a very happy Memorial Day weekend! As you celebrate with your family (hopefully) - please remember those that have given their lives to protect this great land of ours. I am grateful for all the Freedom's that have...
Read MoreBucks County Grant for Small Businesses
For all my Bucks County Business clients and friends - please see the newly release Grant being offered. http://buckscounty.org/docs/default-source/coronavirus/bucksbacktoworkgrant.pdf?sfvrsn=c1308ef_0 Hurry while supplies last!...
Read MorePPP Forgiveness Application
Late Friday the SBA released the application for forgiveness... You can find a PDF of it at this link:https://www.sba...
Read MoreMontgomery County Business Grants
For all of our Montgomery County Small Business clients - please check this out - the funds ran out quickly last time around - so if you are interested - make haste! https://www.montcopa...
Read MorePayroll Protection Plan Loan - Forgiveness???
Another week has gone by with very little guidance on how these loans will be forgiven. The AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants as well as ABA (American Bankers Association) are both advocating for clear guidance...
Read MorePPP and rehiring empoyees
The guidance on the forgiveness piece of the PPP loan is painfully slow coming although today we did see a couple questions answered. Please see the FAQ's from the Treasury https://home.treasury...
Read MorePayroll Protection Plan Loans have hit
Great news - Clients are reporting that they have received the funds from their banks for the Payroll Protection Plan Loans (PPP). Now the next phase - figuring out what to do with funds. The regulations are clear in purpose - these...
Read MorePUA issues
As anticipated - the new system that rolled out yesterday is not running smoothly. t's a brand new system so understandable there will be glitches - add to that the overload of folks trying to get in - its yet another perfect storm.
Read MorePandemic Unemployment Assistance is UP
The site for PUA applications is up and running - although I've already heard reports of issues - so don't be surprised - there will be glitches so keep trying. https://pua.benefits.uc.pa.gov/vosnet/Default.aspx Please let us know if...
Read MoreRequired Minimum Distributions
The CARES Act recently enacted has given taxpayers a pass on the Required Minimum Distribution Rules (RMD's) for 2020. If you would like to skip taking your RMD this year - you can do so without penalty. This will give your assets time...
Read MoreEarly Distribution from your Qualified Plan
Thinking about an early Retirement distribution this year? If you are struggling financially due to the current Pandemic - you may be eyeing up your retirement assets as a resource.
Read MorePandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is how self-employed individuals should be able to get unemployment benefits not otherwise available thru the normal Pa Unemployment system. They are not taking applications yet - but this link...
Read MoreGet My Payment
The IRS site is now up and running - https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment If your last filed return (2018 if 2019 has not been filed yet) did not call for a direct deposit of a refund - you will need to enter that information...
Read MoreHelpful Links for COVID assistance
Please check these links periodically as they are changing: IRS - Web App for entering your direct deposit info https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments Self-employed unemployment benefit information: https://www.uc.pa...
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