The Tax Professionals Blog

LTC Premium Refunds & The Tax Benefit Rule

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

Getting a refund on LTC premiums? Learn how the tax benefit rule may make part of that refund taxable—plus key rules on lookback periods, IRD, and applying refunds to future premiums.

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Highlights of Internal Revenue Bulletin 2025-21 – 5/19/2025

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

Rev. Proc. 2025-19 outlines 2026 HSA and HRA inflation adjustments. Access the full IRS Bulletin in PDF format for official guidance and administrative updates.

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Preserving Capital Loss Carryovers

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

In this article, we clarify whether taxpayers must file a return to preserve capital loss carryovers and explore why filing—even if not required—may be a wise tax move.

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Highlights of Internal Revenue Bulletin 2025-20 – 5/12/2025

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

IRS Bulletin 2025-20 highlights the 2025 inflation adjustment for § 45Q carbon capture credits and the 2024 reference price under § 45K for energy production tax incentives.

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Divorce Transfers: Basis, Exclusions & Tax Rules

Posted by Lee Reams Sr., BSME, EA on

Learn key IRS rules for property transfers between spouses in divorce, including basis, Sec 121 exclusions, buy-out debt, and passive loss carryovers.

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