Tax professionals must steer through a complex maelstrom during the 2024filing season. Roger and Annie serve as experienced guides, helping listeners chart a course around hazards like the Employee Retention Credit squalls, the revised "economic realities" path for worker classification under new Department of Labor rules, and proposed tax law changes including an enhanced Child Tax Credit and R&D deduction restart. With their steady hands on the bridge, preparers can safely navigate these choppy waters.SponsorsPadgett -  Contact Padgett or Email Jeff Phillips(00:00) - Welcome to Federal Tax Updates

(01:27) - Diving Into the Filing Season & Tax Updates

(12:42) - The IRS Perspective on Employee Classification

(17:20) - Navigating Section 530 Relief for Misclassification

(24:17) - The ERC Voluntary Program: A Lifeline for Businesses

(27:20) - The Future of ERC and Legislative Impacts

(31:01) - Navigating Tax Repayment and IRS Policies

(32:36) - Legislative Updates and Tax Season Insights

(36:32) - The Future of Tax Laws and Political Implications

(40:15) - Understanding Beneficial Ownership Reporting

(47:31) - Dealing with 1099K Forms and Client Advisories

(52:08) - Embracing Digital Shifts in Tax Documentation

(53:30) - Thanks for Listening and Parting Thoughts
Get NASBA Approved CPE or IRS Approved CELaunch the course on EarmarkCPE to get free CPE/CE for listening to this episode.Connect with the Hosts on LinkedInRoger HarrisAnnie SchwabReviewLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or PodchaserSubscribeSubscribe to the Federal Tax Updates podcast in your favorite podcast app!This podcast is a production of the Earmark MediaThe full transcript for this episode is available by clicking on the Transcript tab at the top of this pageAll content from this podcast by SmallBizPros, Inc. DBA PADGETT BUSINESS SERVICES is intended for informational purposes only.