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CARE ACT Review (Please Share, Especially with Someone You Know Who May Have Recently Moved) – “The Recovery Rebate!” – IMPORTANT *Update Your Address if You Recently Moved*

Posted on March 30, 2020 by | Leave a comment

This is the first of a Multiple Part Series (4 or 5) on the CARE ACT … done in order of most touched by the bill. Due to the unique nature of the bill, (Far Reaching, Confusing, but needing expedited delivery and explanation), I am asking you share this with those that may be in need or find it helpful by pushing it forward to others via email.

The following is most fitting for someone you know that may have recently moved!

Over 90% of US tax payers will receive the following Recovery Rebate,making backlog and loss certain, the more streamlined we can be, the more help that will occur. 

The Care Act was signed into law on Friday, March 27, 2020 and includes a provision called the Recovery Rebate.

Break In : If you have moved or changed your bank account since your most recent Tax filing you need to file FORM 8822 to notify the IRS of your correct address.

The Recovery Rebate – Estimated 90% of Tax Payer Participation

Each person to receive $1200, kids UNDER age 17 credited to parents at $500 each, no limit in headcount.

This Rebate is NOT TAXABLE!

The payout is likely to be sent out end of April or early May!

Social Security recipients will receive theirs via their direct deposit account. Non Social Security recipients will receive their Rebate via the last known account on either your 2018 or 2019 tax return, whichever is more recent or directly to the address on file.

A letter will be sent to the last known address of your most recent tax return hopefully within two weeks of the bills signing with instructions on your calculation AND how the US Government intends to send you the rebate.

If you have moved recently or after you most recent tax filing date, YOU SHOULD FILE FORM 8822 ASAP for the IRS to update your address or you will likely not receive the notification letter, far complicating an already complicated situation.

Phase out

The applicable AGI phase out threshold amounts are as follows:

  • Married Joint: $150,000
  • Head of Household: $112,500
  • All Other Filers: $75,000

This phase out is based on either your 2018 or 2019 tax return, whichever is most recent. If your income exceeds the threshold and you are phased out completely, and your 2020 income is below the threshold when you file your 2020 tax return, you will receive your Recovery Rebate at the time of your 2020 filing.

Should your 2020 income rise above the thresholds but based on your prior years income you received the Rebate, YOU GET TO KEEP THE REBATE WITHOUT PENALTY OR TAX!

Planning Tip for those near or in the Phase Out Thresholds

If you have not filed your 2019 return, check to see which is lower, your 2018 or 2019, and if your 2018 is lower, do not file your 2019. Conversely, if your 2019 is lower file it immediately! You likely will not have to pay until the extended deadline of July 15, 2020 (Double check with your Tax Professional!)

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Have a Great “Recovery Rebate” Day!

John A. Kvale CFA, CFP

Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
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Management firm.
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New Tax Filing/Payment Date … Scammer Alert – Be Careful

Posted on March 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

On Saturday, the normal Mid-April tax day was extended to July 15 and would also include regular ES Payment extensions as well.

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This from the IRS Announcement:

“Taxpayers can also defer federal income tax payments due on April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020, without penalties and interest, regardless of the amount owed. This deferment applies to all taxpayers, including individuals, trusts and estates, corporations and other non-corporate tax filers as well as those who pay self-employment tax.

Taxpayers do not need to file any additional forms or call the IRS to qualify for this automatic federal tax filing and payment relief. Individual taxpayers who need additional time to file beyond the July 15 deadline, can request a filing extension by filing Form 4868 through their tax professional, tax software or using the Free File link on IRS.gov. Businesses who need additional time must file Form 7004.

The IRS urges taxpayers who are due a refund to file as soon as possible. Most tax refunds are still being issued within 21 days.”

Updated Scam Alert

The bad guys are taking advantage of the current situation by sending emails related to the Virus… I have personally received over a half a dozen so far, some very clever.

We have also been warned by our security advisers to be on the watch….

We wanted to give you a heads up…

  • Take a quick moment to slow down and double check your emails and texts for the time being (hurried answers or clicks are just what they are looking for!)
  • Be EXTRA careful on any email you may receive
  • Do not open any unusual Zip or hot-linked texts
  • Double check the from email address on ANY unusual email – read carefully, they again are, clever

Have a Great “Tax Extended, Scammer Watch” Day!

John A. Kvale CFA, CFP

Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
Financial Planning Total Wealth
Management firm.
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Lucky Three it Was (Corrected 1099), Green Light for Early Filers… Tax Update… Child Tax Credit Delayed Filings and Refunds

Posted on February 24, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Down from hundreds just a few years ago, on Friday, as mentioned in the break in announcement, there were only THREE Corrected 1099’s in the initial corrected run.

We have touched base with you lucky ones and as a side note the corrections were small.

Green Light for Early Filers

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Ok to File !

For those early filers that have patiently waited for our Green Light to file…

Green Light! You may go forward and file!

Fraud Causes Possible Delays

Earned Income Tax Credits and Child Credits can frequently result in an extra Refund…

In recent years, fraudsters have taken notice and the IRS has initiated laws to prevent this abuse.

Due to the abundance of fraud and the laws fighting these fraudsters, the IRS has issued a statement that refunds and filings will be delayed.

No need to rush your filing if you have multiple child credits or earned income credits… Early to Mid March is the quickest it will be processed…

Coincidence from Q2 2020 Newsletter

Our editor has a long article that deals with the IRS, and Audits which we previewed here.

The following graph seemed confusing to us, so we left it out … of no coincidence now, given the above notification, the largest number of Audits, and successful audits, have dealt with the Earned Income Tax Credit…

EIC Audit 2017 and 2018 Filings

Needless to say if you have Child Tax Credits or EITC’s make darn sure you dot the i’e and cross the t’s … bad folks in front of you have created concern for the IRS!

Have a Great “Green Light” Day!

John A. Kvale CFA, CFP

Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
Financial Planning Total Wealth
Management firm.
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Corrected Tax Forms Update, First Round Due Today, Then Every Two Weeks – Friday

Posted on February 21, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Break In – We had three (you lucky ones have already been notified) corrected’s as of this writing, and Corrected’s appear to have been dropped first thing this AM… those waiting the Green Light, we will update first thing Monday- but so far so good!

 

Later today, maybe even tonight, the first round of Corrected Tax forms, (1099 Misc) will occur… Our biggest correction year, about eight ago, led to over half receiving corrected Tax forms.

Steadily over the past years, this Corrected percentage has fallen (Hopefully not jinxing us!)

Those of you that have contacted us, and are idling at the finish/starting line, we appreciate your patience, but hold off just yet, as the number/% of actual Corrected Tax Documents will give us confidence in moving forward!2019 1099 Consolidated snapshot

New to the Corrected Schedule is an every two week Friday Corrected’s Drop! Nice… Prior years were randomly scattered and left us clamoring for the day… especially as we neared the April filing date.

Behind the scenes we can electronically check everyone at once throughout the day….in year’s past, while due today, they may not post until very late in the day or even tonight, leading to a delayed victory lap until tomorrow!

Fingers crossed for a small number corrected’s!

Here is a link to the 2019 Consolidated 1099 Handbook explaining the 1099 in great detail, for those so inclined…. using the diary feature here of our post for future reference.

Those of us lucky ones, we will reach out to you immediately!

Today is a Friday, and as we log another Rainy Cold Week for the record books… Spring, We Welcome You!

Have a Great Weekend and Talk to you Next Week!

John A. Kvale CFA, CFP

Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
Financial Planning Total Wealth
Management firm.
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Tax Forms Update, Reminder EVERYONE Receives a Paper Copy, ETF Preview … Friday

Posted on February 7, 2020 by | Leave a comment

While the unofficial due date, as mentioned last week here, is next Wednesday February 12th, forms are dropping day by day.

As a reminder, EVERYONE will receive a paper copy of these forms, electronic versions will be posted as soon as they are mailed out.

The Whole Enchilada form, AKA Consolidated 1099 which includes the following:

Form 1099-B, Form-DIV, Form 1099-INT, Form 1099-MISC, and Form 1099-OID

This will be the form that is the last to arrive, due to so many moving parts. Donald the Brian spent over a month in the fall last year confirming basis information to help thwart needed corrected forms… but they may still occur as each investment entity may also have a correction, spurring a completely new Whole Enchilada Consolidated 1099.

If there were less than $10 worth of activity, the IRS does not care and as such a 1099 will not be sent. Alert..this could happen easier than you think, even if the account had sizable value, but little interest or dividends and no sales!

Reach out with any questions!

ETF

Working on a deep dive, likely multi-part Article for the Newsletter about ETF’s … the more stats we find, the more interesting the Article is getting… Ya Mrs. Cain, you were right.. we would need to know how to do that extensive research paper…sure it easier with the web… Look for abbreviated posts here in the not too distant future!

Weekend Almost Here

Today is a Friday…. some unusually cold weather this week… maybe nearing the last way down here in the south…

This from a relatives front porch who is actually south of Dallas… we had none here!

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Know you guys up north see this constantly, but not so much in our neck of the woods anymore…novelty remains here for sure!

Have a Great Friday and Super Weekend!

John A. Kvale CFA, CFP

Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
Financial Planning Total Wealth
Management firm.
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January 2020 Podcast Video (Dogs Blooper at 2:55), Financial Planning and Capital Market Update – By John Kvale

Posted on February 3, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Hello and Welcome to our January 2020 Financial Planning and Capital Market Update!

If you are too busy to read, feel free to listen as we describe our post and thoughts in friendly podcast audio format as well as Video!

Break In: Dog Blooper at 2:55 for those wanting a chuckle!

Newbies –

We like to articulate our thoughts and review on a Monthly basis our Financial Planning Tips, Capital Markets and current events!

January – 2020 Video

Financial Planning Tip (s) –

Handy New Tax Rates and Table

Early in the month, here in this post, we review the new contribution levels, rates and maximums.

As suspected, we have reviewed this ourselves a ton of times already as 2019 and 2020 levels blur during conversations…

2020 Comp and Retirement Contribution Limits

Homesteading Reminder

In our article here, we remind all of those who may have changed primary residence last year to check their homesteading provisions as this can be a significant saving, depending on your situation.

Examples

  • California exempts the first $7,000 of residential homestead from property taxes.
  • Colorado allows a 50% deduction for up to the first $200,000 (equivalent to a $100,000 exemption if the property is valued at $200,000 or above) for seniors (over age 65) who have lived in their property for ten consecutive years.
  • Georgia allows a 1% HEST only in a few counties.
  • Florida‘s homestead exemption allows an exemption of 160 acres outside of a municipality and one-half an acre inside a municipality.[5]
  • Kentucky, for 2013 and 2014, the exemption has been set at $36,000. Once it is approved, homeowners who are 65 or older do not need to reapply for the homestead exemption each year.[6]
  • Louisiana exempts the first $75,000 of residential homestead from local property taxes.[7]
  • Michigan exempts the homeowner from paying the operating millage of local school districts.
  • Mississippi exemption from all ad valorem taxes assessed to property; this is limited to the first $7,500 of the assessed value or $300 of the actual exempted tax dollars.[8]
  • New York‘s School Tax Relief (STAR) program exempts the first $30,000 of a primary home’s assessed value from school district taxes; the exemption is limited to owners with incomes under $500,000. Additional exemptions are available for people over 65 with a limited income. The STAR program applies only to school taxes; no homestead exemption exists for taxes levied by other municipal entities. New York prevents a New York resident claiming this exemption if the New York resident owns property in another state and claims a similar exemption in that other state.
  • Oklahoma allows a $1000 deduction of the assessed valuation, about $75 to $125 of savings per year, if owners file for homestead exemption with the local county clerk.
  • Rhode Island exempts the first 20% of the home value from property taxes.
  • Texas allows a deduction, with additional exemptions available for county taxes, people over 65 and people who are disabled. It also requires school districts to offer a $25,000 exemption (but not other taxing districts, such as cities and counties).[9] Texas further limits the assessment increase on a homestead to 10% of the prior year’s value.

Helping Close Relatives or Others

During the month, we had multiple Financial Planning questions for close relatives and friends, which were asked, but some what hesitantly…

Wanting to reinforce the fact that we are glad to help, in this article we remind everyone we are not only flattered by the question, but VERY happy to help!

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Tax Forms and Information Reminders

In another handy reference post, here, we discuss the tax form alphabet and more importantly, note the due dates and expected delivery times of the most common tax forms….

1099- R and 1099 Miscellaneous cover 95% of most folks reporting!

We know, it’s tax season again…not everyone’s fav…but we are trying to help make it easier.

Capital Market Comments

The markets finally took notice of the CoronaVirus. As scary as the virus is, modern day medicine and the actual fast spreading of the event and comprehension, unlike SARS which we remember well will likely help stem the fears and spread of the virus.

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Have a Great Day – Talk to you at the end of February!

John A. Kvale CFA, CFP

Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
Financial Planning Total Wealth
Management firm.
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Tax Forms (1099) ABC’s, Expected Receipt Date and Possible Corrected Form Explanation …. Friday

Posted on January 31, 2020 by | 2 comments

Several conversations this week involved discussions of the Tax Forms that we are expecting to receive…

Thanks for a Great Timely Post Subject!

The key to tax forms is focusing on the last letter or letters… they are basically all 1099 – but the last letter or letters drives the type of form and reporting!

Tax Form ABC

Here are the forms coming our way, with a quick explanation…

R- Stands for Retirement (fun word association)

1099-R’s are rarely corrected, as the reporting is super easy … whatever was taken out of the account is reported for tax purposes!

1099-R
Distributions from Pensions, Annuities, Retirement or Profit-Sharing Plans, etc.		 Distributions from qualified retirement plans—for example, individual 401(k), profit-sharing, or money-purchase plan—or any IRAs or IRA recharacterizations, conversions, or removals of excess January 17, 2020
By close of business

Next up the consolidated form…

Think of this one as the Whole Enchilada….(bunches of 1099 s on this one form!)

These are the main forms within the Whole Enchilada….

Form 1099-B, Form-DIV, Form 1099-INT, Form 1099-MISC (Dividends, Interest, Miscellaneous other stuff)

This form may have multiple corrections….

Consolidated Form 1099 All reportable income and transactions for the year

If a client received at least $10 in either dividends or interest during the tax year or had an equity sale in a taxable account, they will receive an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 1099

If applicable to the account, Consolidated Form 1099s may include: Form 1099-B, Form-DIV, Form 1099-INT, Form 1099-MISC, and Form 1099-OID

 February 12, 2020
By close of business
May be available earlier, depending on the activity and holdings in your client’s account

Many ask, why the corrections…

“Why can they not get it correct the first time?”

Let’s exaggerate to make our point… hang with me; If you have an account with 50 investment holdings, there are 50 chances to have a correction as EACH ONE of these investments will have their own tax reporting…. said another way, if any one of these 50 holdings has an issue/correction, there will be a Whole Enchilada corrected form…

Hmmmm… now that we think about it….surprised we do not have more corrected forms!

During the fall, Donald “The Brain” went to great extensive efforts to get all basis information correct… that does not mean that there will be no Corrected forms, but we expect much fewer, if any!

Happy Friday…

Tennis Player is six hours away with the better half … still in Texas… fulfilling the goal once again…maybe by accident… but that is ok!

Have a Great “ABC Tax form” Day!

John A. Kvale CFA, CFP

Founder of J.K. Financial, Inc.
A Dallas Texas based fee only
Financial Planning Total Wealth
Management firm.
jkfinancialinc
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