In most cases, taxpayers abroad must file their 2011 federal income tax returns by Friday, June 15. See the U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad page.
2. June 19 is a Key Deadline for Many Employers
Employers who hired veterans on or after Nov. 22, 2011 and before May 22, 2012 have until Tuesday, June 19 to request the certification required to claim the newly-expanded work opportunity tax credit for hiring these workers.
3. Prepare for Hurricanes and Disasters by Safeguarding Tax Records
With the early start of this year’s hurricane season, the Internal Revenue Service encourages individuals and businesses to safeguard themselves against natural disasters by taking a few simple steps.
4. The 2012 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums are about to begin in Orlando, FL!
Tax professionals from across the country are taking advantage of the premier resource for continuing education, featuring the latest tax law information, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and exhibits of the newest products and services.
There is still time to register for the opportunity to earn up to 18 CPE credits in one location. Atlanta is just around the corner. Register by June 26 and save.
IRS Instructors are teaming up with instructors from the ABA, AICPA, NAEA, NATP, NSA, and the NSTP to bring you this unique opportunity.
For more information or to register, please visit the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum website at www.irstaxforum.com. Also see the IRS Nationwide Tax ForumYouTube Video.
5. The IRS Return Preparer Office is now on LinkedIn
The IRS Return Preparer Office is expanding its social media presence in an effort to better communicate with and support the tax professional community. RPO is now on LinkedIn. Follow us to keep up-to-date on the latest changes in your profession. You will find the latest info on PTIN renewals, the Registered Tax Return Preparer Competency Test, the Special Enrollment Exam and continuing education requirements. And, don't forget the IRS also on Facebookand Twitter.
6. Do you need to take the Registered Tax Return Preparer Test? Why not take it in Las Vegas!
Did you know that you can take the Registered Tax Return Preparer Test at the Las Vegas IRS Nationwide Tax Forum? We also have test centers within 20 miles of all Tax Forum locations. Register for a Forum and then reserve your test slot. Stand out among your peers by becoming a Registered Tax Return Preparer this summer.
7. June 18 Phone Forum: Exempt Organizations and Gaming
IRS Exempt Organizations specialists lead a discussion on six topics of importance to exempt organizations that conduct gaming. Topics include the impact of gaming on tax-exempt status, internal controls and recordkeeping, Form 990 filing requirements, unrelated business income tax, filing requirements for payments made to individuals and wagering/excise taxes.
If you have a specific matter that you would like the speakers to address, please let us know via email at tege.eo.ceo@irs.gov.
8. YouTube: Selling Your Home
Find out if you need to report the sale of a home as a Capital Gain in this newYouTube video.
Watch this and other videos on the IRS YouTube Channel.
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