Will the IRS Ever Call You On the Phone? 6 Tax Scams for Surprise, AZ Taxpayers to Avoid
Key TakeawaysThe IRS does not initiate first contact by phone, text, email, or social media. Initial contact is generally made by mail. A message demanding immediate payment, threatening arrest, or asking for gift cards, crypto, or banking information is a...
Tax Beacon, LLC’s Top 4 Reasons For Filing a Tax Extension
Key TakeawaysA federal tax extension gives you until October 15 to file your individual return, but it does not extend the time to pay tax due. Filing an extension makes sense when your return would otherwise be incomplete or inaccurate. You should consider...
How Do Taxes for Freelancers and Surprise, AZ Gig Workers Work?
Key TakeawaysIf you had freelance or side gig income in 2025, you report it on Schedule C. If your net profit is $400 or more, you also file Schedule SE for self-employment tax. Even if you never receive a 1099, your freelance or side gig income is still...