Tax Tip of the Month: Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credit

Individuals can claim a tax credit for residential energy efficient property. This credit applies to energy efficiency improvements in the building envelope of existing homes and for the purchase of high-efficiency heating, cooling and water-heating equipment. Efficiency improvements or equipment must serve a dwelling in the United States that is owned and used by the taxpayer as a primary residence. The maximum tax credit for all improvements made in 2011 - 2016 is $500. For more information, visit the IRS website or view this page on the Department of Energy website .

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Picture of the Month Earlier this winter Ben went for a hike in Three Ridges Wilderness area of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located just southwest of Charlottesville near the Wintergreen Resort, the area is very popular among backpackers and hikers from across the state.

Latest News All tax organizers have been mailed out to any client who has previously used our firm to prepare your tax return. Please return them ASAP so we can start working on your 2018 return as soon as possible! You can make an appointment with our office if you have an unusual situation that needs clarification. Available times for appointments are on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and on Saturday mornings. Our office hours for tax season will be from 8:30--5 pm on weekdays and from 9 am--12 pm on Saturdays.

Featured Video: Common Tax Return Mistakes The 2019 tax season is here, and so it's a good time to review some of the common mistakes people make when attempting to prepare their own tax returns. Watch the video below to hear Ben explain what those mistakes are and how to avoid them (hint: the best way to avoid them is to use a CPA to assist in preparing your return).

Featured Resource: IRS form 1099-MISC There tends to be some confusion surrounding IRS form 1099-MISC in terms of who needs to file it, who it gets sent to, what to do if you receive one, etc. Luckily, the IRS has answers on their website. Click here to get all your form 1099-MISC questions answered.

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