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Treasury, IRS finalize more partnership clean energy regulations and propose related administrative requirements

— The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service released final regulations that will help certain entities that co-own clean energy projects access clean energy tax credits through elective pay (also commonly referred to as direct pay).

IRS: International Fraud Awareness Week highlights how to report fraud; taxpayer protection against scams, schemes

— As part of International Fraud Awareness Week, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers how to report tax-related fraud in their community to protect personal and financial information from scam artists and tax schemes. 

Interest rates decrease for the first quarter of 2025

— The Internal Revenue Service today announced that interest rates will decrease for the calendar quarter beginning Jan. 1, 2025. 

Give more, tax-free: Eligible IRA owners can donate up to $105,000 to charity in 2024

— The Internal Revenue Service reminds individual retirement arrangement (IRA) owners age 70½ and older that they can make up to $105,000 in tax-free charitable donations during 2024 through qualified charitable distributions. That’s up from $100,000 in past years. 

Many businesses must report beneficial ownership information to Treasury by Jan. 1; free webinar can help

— The Internal Revenue Service will sponsor a free one-hour webinar designed to help the many businesses that must report their beneficial ownership information to the Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.

IRS: Healthcare FSA reminder: Employees can contribute up to $3,300 in 2025; must elect every year

— The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that during open enrollment season for flexible spending arrangements (FSAs) they may be eligible to use tax-free dollars to pay medical expenses not covered by other health plans.

IRS publishes 2024 Financial Report; resolves longstanding significant deficiency

— The Internal Revenue Service today released financial information and highlighted selected accomplishments and challenges in its fiscal year 2024 Financial Report. 

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AICPA to Congress: Delay needed in BOI reporting deadline

Without a delay, “millions of small business owners become accidentally and unknowingly delinquent in their compliance,” reads the letter, signed by CEO Barry Melancon, CPA, CGMA.

Taxpayer advocate: Unprocessed ERC claims could total 1 million at year end

National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins told the AICPA & CIMA National Tax Conference that the number of unprocessed employee retention credit claims will grow before the final filing deadline in April.

CRFB leader: Tax policy may not be a Trump administration high priority

The head of the nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget told the AICPA & CIMA National Tax Conference that extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act would add $5 trillion to the national debt.

BOI update: 6.5 million of 32 million reports filed so far

FinCEN official says the reports “track more closely” with businesses created in 2024, which have a tighter deadline to file than businesses created earlier.

Final regs. modernize process for sale of taxpayers’ property

The regulations under Sec. 6335, which had not changed substantially since they were first issued in 1954, did not reflect modern electronic methods of submitting bids and accepting payment from bidders.

Inflation adjustments to retirement account limits issued for 2024

The IRS announced inflation-adjusted limits on benefits and contributions for various retirement accounts on Friday, including maximum contribution amounts for 401(k) plans and traditional and Roth IRAs.

Fraudsters get $47 million from practitioner priority service line scheme

The losses occurred over an eight-month period ending in April, according to a report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.

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The Fashion World Fears High Tariffs

President-elect Donald J. Trump has threatened a tax of at least 60 percent on goods from China — a move with the potential to decimate small American brands.By Jacob Gallagher

Trump Bashes Arab Americans. Here’s Why Some Like Him Anyway.

In a diverse enclave on Staten Island, some business owners say former President Donald J. Trump’s racist rhetoric and anti-Muslim policies are troubling but not disqualifying.By Ginia Bellafante

They Don’t Care About the Marathon. They Just Want to Cross the Street.

In a city where grousing about nearly anything is fair game, some people see the race more as an inconvenience than as a festive occasion.By Corey Kilgannon

Inside Five of America’s Strangest Polling Places

Grab a snack, do your laundry and cast a ballot.By Helen I. Hwang

Fake Blood Isn’t Cheap: Why It Costs $45 to Enter This Haunted House

It’s not as if Blood Manor can just transform into an office after Halloween.By Stefanos Chen and Tony Cenicola

Steve Mariotti, Whose Trauma Led Him to Help Youths at Risk, Dies at 71

After he was mugged, he took a therapist’s advice to work with “difficult students at a difficult school.” They ignored him until the lessons turned to business.By Trip Gabriel

A Capitalist for the Little Guy? How Harris Is Pitching Small Business.

Kamala Harris has leaned in with promises to aid start-ups, but proprietors are often more focused on taxes and regulations.By Lydia DePillis

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Floating In A Sea Of Point Solutions: Doing More With Less

Switching from fragmented point solutions to an integrated well-being platform may seem daunting, but the following maneuvers can make the transition smoother.

Medicare Advantage Auditing: A Field Guide To Outpacing AI Bias And Protecting Patient Care

To avoid the potential pitfalls of using AI systems for prior authorizations, health plans need to be proactive and deliberate.

Timing An Exit And Preserving Your Legacy

If you're ready to sell your business, it's essential to act decisively and thoughtfully.

Delivering A Luxury Client Experience: The Key To Sustained Success

If you’re aiming to take your business to the next level, consider adopting these strategies to elevate your customer experience and set a new standard in your industry.

20 Experts Share Tips For Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Testing business ideas on a small, limited scale can help budding entrepreneurs develop needed skills and build confidence.

Think Outside The Box: Strategies To Foster Creativity And Drive Business Success

By taking the right approach to business, you can create an environment in which any and every member of your team contributes to a more creative company.

5 ChatGPT Prompts To Stop Playing Small And 10x Your Reality

You're not here to be another face in the crowd. You're here to build a legendary business. These ChatGPT prompts will make you dream bigger.

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Trump picks Wall Street investor Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary

President-elect Trump picked Lutnick, the CEO of investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald, to be his next Commerce Secretary.

How to shop during a crisis

Events like the recent dock worker's strike and hurricanes sparked panic buying among American shoppers. Today, a logistics expert helps us craft a shopper's guide for how to navigate a supply chain crisis.

Development of Elon Musk's rocket to Mars will likely take off under Trump

Regulators have slowed the pace of Starship launches over environmental concerns, but that may be about to change.

America's first major immigration crackdown and the making and breaking of the West

Chinese immigrants sacrificed to create America's first transcontinental railroad. Its completion may have contributed to a backlash that led to the first major immigration clampdown in U.S. history.

Defense pick Peter Hegseth paid accuser to protect his career, his lawyer confirms

The now-former Fox News host reached a settlement to resolve an accusation against him, but a recently released memo brought the issue back into the public eye.

Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy protection but plans to keep flying

Spirit Airlines says it will continue flying as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Monday's announcement follows years of losses and a failed merger attempt for the low-cost carrier.

Accused of violating worker rights, SpaceX and Amazon go after labor board

SpaceX and Amazon are asking the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to find the National Labor Relations Board unconstitutional. The federal agency is tasked with enforcing workers' right to organize.