10-PERCENT EXCISE TAX FOR INDOOR TANNING SERVICES

IF YOUR BUSINESS OFFERS ULTRAVIOLET TANNING SERVICES… WE HAVE A REMINDER FOR YOU.

THE FIRST QUARTERLY PAYMENT FOR THE NEW 10-PERCENT EXCISE TAX FOR INDOOR TANNING SERVICES IS DUE NOVEMBER 1ST.

THIS IS BECAUSE OF A NEW LAW THAT WENT INTO EFFECT JULY 1ST, 2010

NOW… THERE IS A LIMITED EXCEPTION FOR CERTAIN QUALIFIED PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITIES THAT OFFER INDOOR TANNING SERVICES.

THE TAX DOES NOT HAVE TO BE PAID ON MEMBERSHIP FEES TO QUALIFIED PHYSICAL FITNESS FACILITIES THAT OFFER INDOOR TANNING SERVICES AS AN INCIDENTAL SERVICE TO MEMBERS… PROVIDED THE FACILITY DOESN’T SELL TANNING SERVICES TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. Continue reading →

Excise Tax Form 720 – Quarterly Federal Excise Tax reporting.

In the United States, it is mandatory that Individuals and companies doing business need to file taxes with the Federal Government. Based on the circumstance of the company or taxpayer there are a multiplicity of forms available for filing tax. Another way Form 720 is Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return.

What is the purpose for filing IRS Form 720?

 

IRS form 720 is utilized to file and disburse excise taxes due on a quarterly basis in order to keep liabilities well under control. Depending on their business model, select companies are requisite to pay excise tax to the federal government. Businesses involving trade of gasoline or tobacco or in services including indoor tanning are required by law to file an excise tax return. Continue reading →

Dual Registration and reporting 2290

If a taxable vehicle is registered in the name of both the owner and another person, the owner is liable for the tax. This rule also applies to dual registration of a leased vehicle.

Dealers

Any vehicle operated under a dealer’s tag, license, or permit is considered registered in the name of the dealer. Continue reading →

IRS Reminds Paid Tax Preparers to Register Now for PTINs

WASHINGTON — As year end approaches, the Internal Revenue Service today strongly encouraged paid tax return preparers to register now for their new or renewed Preparer Tax Identification Numbers (PTINs) to avoid any last-minute rush.

Starting Jan. 1, 2011, use of the PTIN will be mandatory on all federal tax returns and claims for refund prepared by a paid tax preparer. Individuals who, for compensation, prepare all or substantially all of any federal tax return or claim for refund must use PTINs. Paid preparers must apply for a new or renewed PTIN through the new sign-up system at www.irs.gov/taxpros. Continue reading →

Eight Things to Know If You Receive an IRS Notice

Did you receive a notice from the IRS this year? Every year the IRS sends millions of letters and notices to taxpayers but that doesn’t mean you need to worry. Here are eight things every taxpayer should know about IRS notices – just in case one shows up in your mailbox.

1. Don’t panic. Many of these letters can be dealt with simply and painlessly.

2. There are number of reasons the IRS sends notices to taxpayers. The notice may request payment of taxes, notify you of a change to your account or request additional information. The notice you receive normally covers a very specific issue about your account or tax return.

3. Each letter and notice offers specific instructions on what you need to do to satisfy the inquiry. Continue reading →