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Connecticut Taxpayer Rights: Can the IRS Look At Your Bank Account?
Key TakeawaysThe IRS does not automatically see your bank transactions or daily spending To get bank records, they must show a legitimate, documented tax purpose and follow notice rules You usually get a 45-day warning before the IRS contacts your...
What’s My Connecticut Partnership or S Corp Tax Filing Deadline?
Key TakeawaysThe Partnership and S Corp tax filing deadline is Monday, March 16, 2026. These returns don’t calculate tax owed by the business. They generate Schedule K-1s for the owners. You cannot accurately file your personal return without your...
TurboTax vs Tax Preparer: How Should I File My Connecticut Business Taxes?
Key TakeawaysDIY tax software can work for very simple, low-income businesses, but it assumes you already know how to classify transactions and identify tax opportunities. A tax preparer makes sure expenses, credits, and entity decisions are handled legally...
Can You Dispute A Tax Bill? Two Rights Connecticut Taxpayers Have This Tax Season
Key TakeawaysYes, you can dispute a tax bill—a notice from the IRS is often a proposal, not a final verdict. The IRS routinely issues bills based on incomplete or incorrect information, especially when returns are missing or rushed. You have the legal...
What Do I Need to Bring To My Tax Appointment With My Connecticut Accountant?
Key Takeaways Personal and business identification details, including Social Security numbers and business IDs Complete income records Documentation that supports deductions, credits, and major purchases Proof of tax payments already made...
What’s The Last Date For Employers To Send Out W-2 Forms to Connecticut Employees?
Key TakeawaysW-2s and 1099-NECs must be sent to workers by February 2, 2026 (for the 2025 tax year). Those same forms must also be filed with the government by February 2, 2026, whether you file electronically or on paper. If you file 10 or more total...
2025 Taxes for Connecticut Business Owners Who Owe the IRS
Key TakeawaysResolving old tax issues depends on how you handle your 2025 taxes Filing your 2025 return on time matters even if you can’t pay the full balance For self-employed taxpayers, estimated payments are part of staying current on 2025...
How Many KPIs Should You Have For Your Connecticut Business?
Key TakeawaysYou only need 5–9 true KPIs for effective 2026 planning. KPIs should connect directly to a specific financial or strategic goal. Too many KPIs dilute focus and slow decision-making. The right KPIs help you act earlier, not just...
Season’s Greetings From Emelia Mensa, CPA
Season’s greetings from the Emelia Mensa, CPA team. For you and me both, this week can feel like a blur – trying to finish out last-minute year-end tax moves while making sure the books are wrapping up nicely. And while it’s rather fast-paced here at Emelia...