Income tax credits – Don’t forget anything
Before the filing season wraps up, be sure you or your clients aren’t leaving anything on the table. You can learn about all the available tax credits and exemptions for personal income taxpayers like the child and dependent care credits, the earned income tax credit and more.
Credit for Seniors
Speaking of credits, seniors may find value in the senior circuit breaker credit. A qualifying senior, 65 years or older, could get a refund of up to $1,170. Check out our video to learn more about the credit and filing process.
Reminder: Corp estimated tax due March 15
Friendly reminder that corporate estimated tax payments are due today, March 15, 2022.
Filing return on behalf of short-term rental operator(s)? Important info!
The return must include each operator’s registration certificate number or Federal ID [or Social Security Number], along with the name and address of the operator and the amount of taxes and fees collected. This information ensures that the taxes collected are distributed to the proper localities or special funds. Learn more.
Get ahead of fraud this season
Fraud is a concern every season. Get ahead of the fraudsters and learn about our fraud prevention opt-in program. Taxpayers who opt in are notified when a return is filed using their social security number. They’ll be asked for confirmation before a refund is issued. Sign-up is easy by calling DOR or sending a message on MassTaxConnect.
Message us – it’s the way to go
Many of you have been pleased by the speed of communicating with us via message. On average, responses to taxpayers come back in a day or less! Consider sending us a message by logging in to your MassTaxConnect account. If you don’t have an account, you can send us a message here.
In case you missed it
The Executive Office for Administration and Finance announced the closing of the COVID-19 Temporary Emergency Paid Sick Leave program. The last day an employer must provide COVID-19 leave is Tuesday, March 15, 2022.
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