Elrod

14 hours ago, Catherine said:

Since about 3pm, it has been utter lunacy here. I can't hang up the phone without it ringing again. People who have been agitating for signature documents are only signing 1 of the 3 sent, despite being told in the email with the docs that there are three required. Not optional; required. Colleagues calling who need advice or calming down or both. People showing up at the door, without warning, with papers to drop off. Several of my foreign-based clients decided to send docs too. 

I'm ready to crawl under my desk with a bottle of whiskey and a bag of Skittles and not come out until May. Except I gave up Skittles (and more) for Lent, so I can't even do that. I really want to scream right now.

Rant over. Mostly. For a while, at least.

Don't cry Catherine...It be all better soon....

I like to go, just to see the dancing Babes....

OK...Catherine... there goes the Groceries...

1 hour ago, jklcpa said:

Merry Christmas, everyone!

My project for today that I wish I could share with you all are my family's favorite cookies: pressed almond flavored butter cookies that are light, airy, melt in the mouth goodness.   Next up will be either chocolate chip or possibly ones with white chocolate chunks, cranberries, and pecans...  right after a cup of coffee with a couple of these.
 

 

Yeah... Sure.... I could be a yummy cookie maker too if I had one of them there fancy cookie squirters...

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-issues-standard-mileage-rates-for-2022

IR-2021-251, December 17, 2021

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2022 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.

Beginning on January 1, 2022, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be:

58.5 cents per mile driven for business use, up 2.5 cents from the rate for 2021,

18 cents per mile driven for medical, or moving purposes for qualified active-duty members of the Armed Forces, up 2 cents from the rate for 2021 and

14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations; the rate is set by statute and remains unchanged from 2021.

IRS site......

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/get-ready-for-taxes-whats-new-and-what-to-consider-when-filing-in-2022

9 minutes ago, Chowdahead said:

How difficult is it for a tax pro to sign up for this service?  Seems like it would save me a ton of time when I occasionally need to help a client pull a transcript and the taxpayer online request side is a nightmare of complexity and works 50/50.

Chowdahead, Try this IRS site   https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/practitioner-priority-service-r

IR-2021-226, November 16, 2021

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today announced that, effective Nov. 15, 2021, tax professionals are able to order up to 30 Transcript Delivery System (TDS) transcripts per client through the Practitioner Priority Service® line. This is an increase from the previous 10 transcripts per client limit.

"Increasing the number of transcripts a caller can receive addresses the concerns the IRS has received from PPS callers. This is another example of addressing concerns from our partners and stakeholders," said Ken Corbin, the Wage and Investment Commissioner and the IRS Taxpayer Experience Officer.

Through PPS, tax professionals can order a variety of transcripts. Practitioners can receive transcripts for up to five clients per call. There's no change to the number of clients.

Transcripts available under this newly-expanded limit include the:

Tax Return Transcript,

Tax Account Transcript,

Wage and Income Transcript,

Record of Account and

Verification of Non-Filing Letter.

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-professionals-can-now-order-more-transcripts-from-the-irs

IR-2021-207, October 21, 2021

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service reminds the more than 759,000 federal tax return preparers they must renew their Preparer Tax Identification Numbers (PTINs) now for 2022. All current PTINs will expire December 31, 2021.

"Taxpayers are relying on your expertise to help them meet their tax obligations and for some to complete their largest financial transaction for the year. Make sure you're ready by renewing your PTIN now," said Carol A. Campbell, director, Return Preparer Office.

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-reminds-tax-professionals-that-its-time-to-renew-ptins

Taco John's
The deal: Grab a free Fried Chicken Taco any time today. 
When: October 4

Taco Bell
The deal: Grab a free Crunchy Taco through the mobile app when you spend at least $1. 
When: October 4

Del Taco
The deal: Make a purchase to get a free Stuffed Quesadilla Taco. 
When: October 4

El Pollo Loco
The deal: To celebrate the return of crunchy tacos, if you order one today, you'll get a free Mexican Coke. If you're a Loco Rewards member, you can get BOGO crunchy tacos.
When: October 4

California Tortilla
The deal: You'll get a coupon for a free taco with any purchase on National Taco Day.
When: October 4

Rubio's Coastal Grill
The deal: Make a purchase and get a free a la carte taco with the linked coupon or using the code "TACO" on the Rubio's site or mobile app. 
When: October 4

Taco Del Mar
The deal: There's a buy-one-get-one-free deal on tacos for National Taco Day. Though, there's a limit of four freebies. You'll have to grab the coupon from their Facebook page on the day of the deal. 
When: October 4

More:  https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/national-taco-day-deals-2021-free-tacos

My prayer goes to Kevin B. and all those who have suffered such a shameful event that humans can bring upon there brethren.

I cannot begin to imagine the pain so many folks are going through.  The stories this last weekend, that my wife and I watched on television had                         brought many tears and heartache to us both.

May the spirit of your comrades rest peacefully upon you Bill, and again, Thank You.

Bill,   Thank you for your service.

I hear ya... This is bad hair cut day...

He may also need one of these,Bill.   

Dream.........................

Vacation....................

Good luck with your future endeavors Possi, and  get all the    THAT YOU CAN GET.  You're A Pro.....