The Tax Professionals Blog
Highlights of Internal Revenue Bulletin 2025-18 – 4/28/2025
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In this release, the IRS announced no new rulings or procedures were published in IRB 2025-18 for the week of April 28, 2025.
Compensation Distinguished from a Gift
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In this article, we cover how the IRS distinguishes between gifts and compensation, what counts as a de minimis fringe benefit, and why holiday hams don’t count as taxable income.
Highlights of Internal Revenue Bulletin 2025-17 – 4/21/2025
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This article covers key highlights from IRB 2025-17, including input on the 2025-2026 Priority Guidance Plan.
Taxable Value of Noncash Prizes
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Winning a noncash prize is exciting—but it’s not tax-free. Learn how the IRS determines the fair market value of prizes, and how winners can dispute overvalued 1099-MISC amounts.
Highlights of Internal Revenue Bulletin 2025-16 – 4/14/2025
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New IRS bulletin updates 2025 state housing credit limits and sets fringe benefit valuations for employer aircraft use using updated SIFL rates.