Julian Block

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Attorney and author Julian Block is frequently quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and the Washington Post. He has been cited as “a leading tax professional” (New York Times), an “accomplished writer on taxes” (Wall Street Journal), and “an authority on tax planning” (Financial Planning magazine). More information about his books can be found at julianblocktaxexpert.com.
Jul 28th 2022
Donating with IRS Funds & Staying Compliant
I receive many queries from retirees who have moved money into traditional IRAs, 401(k)s and other tax-deferred retirement accounts...
Individuals
Jul 25th 2022
Can You Deduct Wages You Pay a Live-In Partner?
For those of you who are just joining the discussion, go to the first four parts for an analysis of IRS administrative rulings and court...
IRS
Jul 22nd 2022
Tax Court Permits Write-Offs in Two Unusual Cases
Just joining us? The first three parts discussed IRS administrative rulings and court cases on whether write-offs for business expenses...
IRS
Jul 14th 2022
Can You Get Tax Breaks for an Honorary Position?
For those of you who just entering into the discussion, go back to parts one and two for IRS rulings and court decisions on whether...
IRS
Jul 7th 2022
Professional Blood Donor Takes Case to Tax Court
Just joining us? Part one discussed court decisions on whether expenses qualified as “ordinary and necessary” under IRS Code 162 . More on...
IRS
Jun 30th 2022
"Ordinary & Necessary": Understanding IRS Code 162
Many of my clients operate businesses. They’ve learned the expensive way that claiming expenses were incurred for business reasons doesn’t...
IRS
Jun 22nd 2022
Exclusions IRS Has for Cancelled Debts
The first part of this two-article series discussed the basic rules for exclusions from income for homeowners who’ve had mortgage debts...
IRS
Jun 17th 2022
What to Know About Mortgage Forgiveness Tax Breaks
Throughout most parts of the country, homeowners who unloaded their dwellings have reason to celebrate. They have benefitted from surges in...
IRS
Jun 13th 2022
A Guide to IRS Mileage Rates for 2022 Taxes
Internal Revenue Commissioner Charles Rettig announced on June 9th that there’ll be increases in the agency’s mileage rates for 2022 taxes...
IRS
Jun 2nd 2022
How Taxpayers Can Avoid Costly Basis Errors
Just joining us? Four previous columns spelled out basics like how to submit Form 1040-X (formerly Form 1040X), Amended U.S. Individual...
Individuals