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Disallowance Rules for EIC, CTC, and AOTC: When 8862 Is Required

The IRS issues Disallowances for non-math denials of EIC, AOTC, CTC/ACTC/ODC, blocking claims for 2 years for reckless disregard or…

Understanding Due Diligence Rules for EIC, AOTC, and CTC Credits

IRS enforcement targets paid preparers for refundable credits and HOH status: $600 per failure for 2023 returns filed in 2024,…

Claiming Excess Social Security and Tier 1 RRTA Refunds

If combined withholding from multiple employers exceeds Social Security or Tier 1 RRTA wage bases, claim the excess on Schedule…

Understanding the New and Used Clean Vehicle Credits (Updated Rules)

Follow this guide to confirm MAGI and vehicle eligibility, collect dealer-reported VIN and battery details at sale, take delivery, then…

Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit: $3,200 cap through 2032

From 2023–2032, the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit covers 30% of qualifying upgrades, up to $3,200 annually ($1,200 general cap…

Residential Clean Energy Credit Ends 2025: What Qualifies

The 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit now ends for homes on December 31, 2025. Installations must be placed in service…

ACA: $0 Penalty for Not Having MEC and Reporting Essentials

Although the ACA penalty is $0 federally after 2018, MEC reporting continues. Forms 1095-A (due Feb 1), 1095-B and 1095-C…

Understanding the Foreign Tax Credit: Form 1116 Rules and FEIE Limits

The FTC lets U.S. taxpayers offset U.S. tax by foreign income taxes paid on income included on their U.S. return.…