Tax season

John Wiley & Sons has updated its annual J.K. Lasser series of tax guides with information for preparing tax returns this year.

National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins expressed deep concerns Wednesday about the upcoming tax filing season in her annual report to Congress on the 2021 filing season.

The service has updated the information on its FAQ page for the CTC and advance CTC payments.

Accountants go meta; muddy start to the season; the controller as preparer; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

Barry Melancon is warning that the backlog at the service threatens to make this tax season a difficult one for tax professionals and their clients.

When filing season begins in two weeks, taxpayers should be prepared for delays as returns and refunds are processed, and for difficulties in reaching the IRS.

The IRS will begin processing and accepting 2021 returns on Monday, Jan. 24, with a filing deadline of Monday, April 18.

Complex taxes, IRS backlog, and more taxpayers seeking professional help will lead to a tough season.

Biggest offenders; problems with relief; what to do this year; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

Tax leaders are concentrating on recruiting and training new and existing talent this year, while emphasizing personal development and health and wellness in order to attract and retain good people.