Here are the answers to some of the most Frequently Asked Questions our firm receives.
Q. What do I
do if I receive a notice from the IRS about my
taxes?
A. Don't panic! the first thing to do is carefully read
the notice—to determine why it was sent, what the IRS
is requesting, and what they want you to do. It may be
nothing of importance; it may even be a notice in your favor.
After reading it you should bring it to our attention.
Q. What is the mileage rate?
A. Starting in January 1, 2023 the mileage rate
for business is 65.50 cents per mile.
The mileage rate for medical is 22.00 cents per mile.
Q. What is the minimum wage?
A. The Maryland minimum wage in 2023 is $13.25 for employers with 15 or more employees. It is $12.80 for employers with 14 or less employees.
Q. What is the tax rate for
Maryland?
A. The sales tax rate is 6%, and 9% on alcohol.
Q. What is The Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)?
A. The EFTPS is the method used for paying federal taxes electronically. All taxpayers are now required to use the EFTPS. Go to
www.eftps.gov to enroll.
Q. Has the state of
Maryland made changes in the way state withholding tax is
paid?
A.
Yes.
Effective Jan 1, 2004 the state of Maryland has implemented a
three day rule. If the state witholding tax from the prior
year exceeds $ 15,000, then a withholding return is due
within three business days following a payroll in which the
current withholding exceeds $ 700.00
Q. Who must issue Form
1099?
A.
Any
business who makes payments totaling $ 600 or more to anyone
(other than a corporation) for services rendered must file
Form 1099.
Q. How long do I keep my records and tax
returns?
A. You should keep your records and tax returns for at least
7 years from the date the return was filed or the date the
return was required to be filed, whichever is later. It is
recommended that you keep these records longer if
possible.