Newsletters are a great way to find out about a broad range of topics that you can choose from to research more in-depth on your own. Here are five free newsletters that cater to all skill levels of those interested in taxes.
5 Free Tax Newsletters to Subscribe to
1. Deloitte Tax News Letter
Deloitte: Deloitte offers a wide array of free tax information and newsletters including state tax updates, legislative news, and tax laws for employers. You can subscribe to receive e-mail editions or view newsletters online. This is a great resource for anyone with a hardcore or novice-level interest in taxes.
Audience: Any small business owner interested in staying up-to-date on important tax issues. Information topics range from simple to complex but are fairly straightforward.
2. The Journal of Accountancy
The Journal of Accountancy: This site offers links to all fifty states to get email updates about changes in state taxes. This site is especially useful if your business is subject to taxation in more than one state.
Audience: Topics and difficulty vary by state. In general, state website newsletters offer a variety of content geared to beginners through experienced business professionals.
3. IRS e-News for Small Businesses
IRS e-News for Small Businesses: Published every other week, this IRS e-mail publication offers tax information and reminders for small business owners and self-employed individuals.
Audience: All small business owners. Information topics range from simple to complex but are written in relatively easy-to-comprehend terminology.
4. Thomson Reuters
Walter Hellerstein's State & Local Tax Commentary This complex but informative publication is available for free through Thomson Reuters (they also offer a wide range of other great tax publications). The newsletter is written by noted scholar Walter Hellerstein who is considered by man to be the country's leading authority on state taxation.
Audience: Business professionals interested in serious tax news and legal issues.
5. Tax Mama
Ask TaxMama.com: Eva Rosenberg, who goes by the web moniker "TaxMama" has an informative, down-to-earth website that offers tax tips. You can subscribe to her newsletters, receive free reports, and even submit a tax question for her to answer.
Audience: Everyone. Easy to understand; good for tax beginners.
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