There may be as many as 9 million Americans who are living abroad. Those who have overseas bank accounts of $10,000 or more need to declare them to the IRS. This could also be the case for those living in Georgia or elsewhere in America who have money in overseas...
Month: September 2018
How to handle IRS ID theft
The threat of identity theft has never been higher. Due to the increasing prevalence of technology in people's everyday lives, hackers can easily access Social Security numbers and credit card information. In fact, 2017 saw roughly 158 people's Social Security...
How the TCJA impacts retirees
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) will have an impact on those who are retired as well as those who are still working. Retirees in Georgia who receive pension or annuity checks must generally pay income taxes on those earnings. While many choose to have taxes withheld...
How a tax debt could put a passport in jeopardy
Georgia residents and others who owe a significant tax debt could be in danger of losing their passport. If the IRS determines that a person is trying to evade paying taxes or leave the country to avoid paying taxes, it will notify the State Department. At that point,...
Company offers hybrid student loan/401(k) benefit
Georgia residents and others who are making student loan payments may struggle to contribute to a 401(k) plan. However, one company recently received permission from the IRS to make contributions on an employee's behalf. It is believed that the company that offers...