Laurie W. Ziegler, EA
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2012 Tax Season Appointment Schedule |
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The 2012 tax season is fast approaching. We will begin taking appointments after January 1st. To assist our clients in scheduling their appointments, we are posting the days and appointment times that we generally use on our website.
Appointments fill up very fast! Please contact us as early as possible in January to schedule your appointment.
You can view the days and times here. |
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Important Notes About Your Tax Appointment |
Some things to keep in mind when making your appointment:
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~ If you cancel your appointment less than 24 hours in advance, you will receive a $34.00 "No Show" fee.
~ If you drop off taxes or make your appointment after 2/29/12 (business taxes) or 3/31/12 (personal taxes), you will assessed a $34.00 late fee, or receive an automatic extension at our discretion.
~ Taxes dropped off after March 31 are not guaranteed to be completed by April 15. An extension will be filed if time/lack of information doesn't permit completion.
~ 1120/1120S corporations- your tax returns are due 3/15/12
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How Do I Obtain IRS Forms and Publications? |
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The IRS now has a You Tube video explaining how to obtain their forms and publications for not only the 2011 tax year but the previous five years also. That video can be found here. |
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Tips for Charitable Contributions |
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Many people contribute to charity throughout the year. The IRS wants to remind those who donate of some of the laws governing the contributions and your taxes. If you donated to charity this year, you may want to take a moment to read this article. IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Giving |
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Most Overlooked Tax Deductions |
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Kiplingers recently released a list of The Most Overlooked Tax Deductions. Take a few moments to read through this article and make sure you aren't missing any tax deductions owed to you this year. If you have any questions, please call our office at (262) 377-8878. |
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The mileage rates for 2012 have been updated. The only change is a slight decrease in the Medical/Moving rate. You may view the current rates here. |
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Avoid Common Tax Filing Mistakes |
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Each year, thousands of Americans have their tax returns rejected because of minor mistakes. Take a minute to review these common mistakes tax payers make and avoid an unnecessary delay in receiving your tax return. |
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A New Way to Access your 1099-G |
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The WI DOR has created a new way to view your 1099-G form online. The 1099-G is issued when a government agency makes certain payments to taxpayers. You can access your 1099-G by clicking on the link below.
1099-G Online
If you have any questions, please visit the 1099-G FAQ page here. |
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We live in a time in which identity theft and fraud is all around us. One of the most popular forms of fraud is pretending to represent a legitimate company or agency to gain personal information. The IRS is just one of the many agencies criminals fraudulently represent to facilitate their crime.
Please take a moment to read the attached article from the IRS which explains what you should do if you receive any type of communication from the IRS and what to do if you suspect that it is fraudulent. |
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There's An App For That, Seriously! |
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The IRS now has an app called IRS2Go. This is a smartphone application that allows taxpayers to check on the status of their refund and obtain helpful information.
Apple users can download the free IRS2Go application by visiting the Apple App Store. Android users can visit the Android Marketplace to download the free IRS2Go app. |
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IRS Tax Preparer Requirements |
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The IRS recently released a overview of the different types of tax preparers and the qualifications that need to be met before they are able to complete tax returns. Please take a moment to read this article and see why an Enrolled Agent is your best choice for a tax preparer. |
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