Benford’s Law Used in Auditing: Methods, Tests, and Limits
Learn how Benford's Law is used in auditing, from the data sets and statistical tests behind the method to reading results and its limits in fraud work.
What’s the Difference Between Federal and State Taxes?
Learn how the difference between federal and state taxes works, from what each level taxes and how the systems overlap to filing with separate agencies.
Section 4955: Political Expenditure Taxes, Correction, and Form 4720
Learn how Section 4955 political expenditure taxes apply to 501(c)(3) organizations and their managers, from what triggers liability through correction and filing.
Tax Return Cover Page: What to Include and When It Helps
Learn how a tax return cover page works on a paper-filed return, from what belongs on it and how to assemble the packet to when it actually helps.
The Box 14 Sec 125 Category: Federal, State, and Social Security
Learn how the Box 14 Sec 125 entry on your W-2 works, from federal and state tax treatment to paycheck reconciliation and Social Security trade-offs.
What States Have Personal Property Tax: Vehicles and Exemptions
Learn which states have personal property tax, from how business equipment and vehicles are assessed to filing duties and federal deduction rules.
What Is a Portfolio Line of Credit: Costs, Risks, and Tax Rules
Learn how a portfolio line of credit works, from pledging assets and costs to the tax rules and margin call risks of borrowing against your holdings.
What Is a Federal Tax Lien and How Do You Remove It?
Learn how to remove a federal tax lien, from payment and settlement options to withdrawal, discharge, and fixing your credit records afterward.
IRS Abatement Form 843: Grounds, Filing, and Deadlines
Learn how IRS Form 843 works to request penalty and interest relief, from valid grounds and required proof through filing, deadlines, and appealing a denial.
Special Occupational Tax (SOT): Classes, Rates, and Benefits
Learn how the Special Occupational Tax applies to NFA firearms businesses, from who owes it and how classes are priced to its benefits and staying current.