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The Drake Software Blog Team is proud to cover the latest in tax-industry-related news, from tax law and IRS updates to technology and business strategies. Please subscribe to receive the most up-to-date news.
The Drake Software Blog Team is proud to cover the latest in tax-industry-related news, from tax law and IRS updates to technology and business strategies. Please subscribe to receive the most up-to-date news.
In a significant move last week, the Treasury Department and IRS announced that digital assets received by businesses do not follow the same reporting requirements as cash assets in 2024, at least until the issuance of specific regulations. Read more from our latest blog post here.…
Read more about IRS Clarifies Digital Assets Not the Same as Cash—Yet
Tax preparers wield significant influence when it comes to ensuring accurate and compliant returns for their clients. While our expertise lies in navigating complex tax codes and filing returns, it's crucial to also consider the role of banking products in streamlining operations and optimizing financial management. Discover more on the advantages of Bank Products by reading our latest blog post here.…
Read more about Bank Products: Payment & Account Solutions for Tax Pros
Ready to set up a successful social media strategy for your firm? In this post we review the essentials, from choosing the right platforms to avoiding those common slip-ups. Click here to read more.…
Read more about Mastering Social Media: A Guide for Tax Pros
Drake Software® is excited to introduce Drake Pay™, a payment integration solution that works seamlessly with Drake’s suite of software products. This solution allows our customers to accept payments…
Read more about Meet Drake Pay: an Integrated Payment Processing Solution
So you’re thinking about becoming a tax preparer. How much does it cost to file taxes, anyway? How much should you charge? What sort of schooling or credentials do you need to get? We answer these questions in our latest blog post on the steps to becoming a tax preparer.…
Read more about How to Become a Tax Preparer: Accreditation, Pricing, and More
Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) income, or income gained from personal brand influence, has opened opportunities for student-athletes in college athletics. With the additional income stream comes new tax implications, however, that many student-athletes have not previously encountered. Read the new blog entry to discover what this means for tax preparers and college sports.…
Read more about Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Income for College Athletes [DOWNLOAD]
The IRS has announced new penalty relief totaling around $1 billion to approximately 4.7 million individuals, businesses, and tax-exempt organizations. This relief is aimed at those who did not receive automated collection reminder notices during the pandemic, which were temporarily suspended in February 2022 due to the COVID-19 crisis. The latest blog entry covers the news and its importance to tax preparers.…
Read more about IRS Announces Penalty Relief for Nearly 5 Million Tax Returns
The Internal Revenue Service updated and modified guidance surrounding an assortment of clean energy credits and other provisions over the closing days of 2023. Some of the changes will be in effect next tax season, while other alterations will not be realized for a year or more. Here is a brief overview of what to expect on the clean energy front in the near future.…
Read more about IRS Updates Flurry of Clean Energy Provisions in Closing Days of 2023
As tax season gets closer, providing a tax documents checklist to your clients is extraordinarily helpful. Helping them gather the appropriate information before you begin preparing tax returns saves a good deal of time in the long run, building rapport with your customer base and easing your own workload. Read our blog post to find out more.…
Read more about Navigating Information with a Tax Documents Checklist
Tax season can be a daunting time for many individuals and businesses, and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) understands the importance of providing accessible assistance to address your inquiries. To help you navigate the intricacies of tax matters, we'll guide you through the various channels available for reaching the IRS and obtaining the information you need. Our blog post gives you all the details.…
Read more about How to Contact IRS Agents as a Tax Professional