Premium Tax Credit Overpayment Relief
Earlier, I gave a brief overview of the Premium Tax Credit and how it could affect your 2014 return. In the overview, I mentioned that there are two ways to receive the credit: 1) as a “lump sum” at the end of the year when you file your return or 2) as equal monthly installment […]
What You Need to Know About the Premium Tax Credit
What is the Premium Tax Credit? The Premium Assistance Credit or Premium Tax Credit is a refundable credit that helps taxpayers pay for health insurance purchased through a government-sponsored exchange. In essence, this credit subsidizes the cost of health insurance throughout the year by allowing for a refundable credit at the end of the year. […]
Employer Tax Mandate: A Helpful Guide
Individuals aren’t the only ones who need to deal with changing health care regulations in the new year. Beginning this year, the employer mandate will go into effect, requiring certain employers to offer health insurance to employees. Although tax preparers have been aware of this mandate for quite some time, not all business owners have […]
Supreme Court Ruling to Impact Affordable Care Act
The Supreme Court will hear King vs. Burwell in the early months of 2015 and its decision could have a substantial impact on the new healthcare mandate. The case will determine which individuals are eligible to receive the Premium Tax Credit. This credit is currently available to individuals that purchase their health care through a state […]
New IRS Publication Aimed at Explaining the Affordable Care Act
The IRS recently released Publication 5187 in order to provide taxpayers with an additional resource regarding the new health care laws for 2014. The 21-page document effectively presents the different nuances that will be required for the coming tax years. If you are looking for an overview or refresher regarding the Affordable Car Act, I would […]
