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Neil Johnson (The Tax DudeŽ)
returns 12/31/2009
Expertise
CPA to answer Federal income tax related questions for individuals, small business owners, estates and trusts. I also specialize in divorce related tax and financial planning matters. I have extensive experience in nearly all areas of income taxation relating to businesses and individuals. I also regularly serve as a strategic consultant on a wide range of non-tax related business issues. In addition, I provide aggressive, experienced and skilled representation against IRS challenges at the audit and appeals. I have successfully represented clients against the IRS on issues regarding reasonable compensation, valuation discounts, time value of money, travel and entertainment expenses, innocent spouse relief and personal liability for unpaid business taxes.
Experience in the area
Over 18 years in public accounting with an emphasis in taxes.
Education/Credentials
B.A. (Accounting) Loyola University of Chicago Over 300 hours of continuing professional education since June 2001.
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| paul | 07/24/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you very much for your answer ..... |
| John Redmond | 07/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Neil, thank you for answering my question ..... |
| joe | 07/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Katrina | 07/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you, life saver |
| Ed | 05/06/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for the help ..... |
Recent Answers from Neil Johnson (The Tax DudeŽ)
2009-07-21 No 1099:
Sue, Damages for personal injury or sickness and the related legal fees and costs are excludable from gross income (meaning not taxable). I would suspect the payors of this class action suit received
2009-07-20 accountant fees:
Bart, Low fees speak directly to the competence of a tax professional. Qualified tax professionals will charge rates commensurate with their level of experience and their investment in technology,
2009-07-20 taxes:
Madelyn, Are you sure the deduction is for medical insurance and not Medicare? All employers are required to withhold Medicare tax at a rate of 1.45% of your gross wages. The employer matches this
2009-07-18 per diem:
Wil, Per diem is strictly related to overnight travel for business purposes. There are times when business takes you away from home for an extended period of time. The IRS has concluded these assignment
2009-07-17 first per diem question!:
Wil, Per diem is strictly related to overnight travel for business purposes. There are times when business takes you away from home for an extended period of time. The IRS has concluded these assignment
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