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It’s easy to accumulate a mountain of paperwork (physical or digital) from years of filing tax returns. If you’re unsure whether you should retain a document, a good rule of thumb is to hold on to it for at least six years or, for property-related records, at least seven years after you dispose of the property.

What 2017 tax records can you toss once you've filed your 2017 return? The answer is simple: none.

Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the second quarter of 2018. Keep in mind that this list isn't all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you.

Despite the potential pitfalls, filing for an extension can be tax-smart if you're missing critical documents or you face unexpected life events that prevent you from devoting sufficient time to your return right now.

If someone steals your credit or debit card — or just your account number — and uses it to make purchases, will your card company hold you liable? The answer may depend on the type of card, whether the physical card is still in your possession and when you alert the card issuer. 

With rising health care costs, claiming whatever tax breaks related to health care that you can is more important than ever. But there's a threshold for deducting medical expenses that may be hard to meet. Fortunately, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has temporarily reduced the threshold.

Whether you had a child in college (or graduate school) last year or were a student yourself, you may be eligible for some valuable tax breaks on your 2017 return.

It’s not easy for companies to spot dishonest employees. So in addition to shoring up your internal controls, you should also foster an ethical business culture. Promote and reward honesty and punish those who violate rules.

When it comes to income tax returns, April 15 isn't the only deadline taxpayers need to think about.

The TCJA’s changes to deductions for meals, entertainment and transportation expenses may affect your business’s budget. Depending on how much you typically spend on such expenses, you may want to consider changing some of your policies and/or benefits offerings in these areas.

Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), individual income tax rates generally go down for 2018 through 2025. But that doesn't necessarily mean your income tax liability will go down. The total impact of all of these changes is what will ultimately determine whether you see reduced taxes.

Despite the real threat of fraud, too many businesses fail to adopt comprehensive, integrated fraud risk management programs. If you've put off taking this important step toward protecting your company, now is the time to act.