Jason Bramwell

Senior Staff Writer at CPA Practice Advisor

Former Blizzard-maker @DairyQueen. Ex-sausage seller @HickoryFarms. Peddled fishing lures @SportsAuthority. Current staff writer for @cpapracadvisor.

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House Tax Panel Releases Partial Version of Trump Bill

5 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Erik Wasson and John HarneyBloomberg News(TNS)WASHINGTON - The House Ways and Means Committee on Friday night released a partial version of President Donald Trump's tax proposal that calls for increasing the maximum child tax credit to $2,500 and raising the estate tax exemption to $15 million. "Ways and Means Republicans have spent two years preparing for this moment, and we will deliver for the American people," Rep. Jason Smith of Missouri, the committee's chairman, said in a statement.
TaxPlanIQ Hosts Free Virtual Tax Advisory Summit

5 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

TaxPlanIQ, a provider of tax planning software for tax and accounting firms, is hosting a one-day free virtual summit, "2025 Tax Advisory Summit: Work Less and Earn More," on May 16. This event aims to provide a complete playbook for firm owners looking to start offering or enhance their existing tax planning and advisory services. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET on May 16.
Malliotakis, Other House Republicans At Odds Over Higher SALT Cap

5 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Dave GoldinerNew York Daily News(TNS)New York Republicans were split Friday over their demand for a much higher cap on deducting state and local taxes, or SALT, amid a feud with GOP congressional leaders that threatens to derail President Trump's sprawling budget bill. Staten Island Rep. Nicole Malliotakis suggested she backs the GOP leadership proposal to increase the SALT cap to $30,000 from the current $10,000, even as suburban Republican lawmakers trashed it as a non-starter.
IRS Issues New Warning For Taxpayers to Avoid Losing Money, Personal Data

5 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Robert Higgscleveland.com(TNS)WASHINGTON - Even if you filed your tax return for the year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday warned that taxpayers should remain on alert for some common scams to avoid losing money and personal data. Consumers need to be wary of high-pressure lines and misleading information about tax refunds, credits and payments. "Scammers work hard to try to steal money and personal information during tax season and all year long," the IRS said.
Should Businesses Show Tariff Costs?

5 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Brendan RasciusMerced Sun-Star (Merced, Calif.)(TNS)Most Americans feel that businesses should display tariff costs in their pricing, according to a new poll, which was released after one of the nation's largest retailers contemplated such a policy. In the latest Economist/YouGov survey, 61% of respondents said that companies should show "how much of a purchase price goes toward paying tariffs." Just 17% said they should not do this, and 22% said they were not sure.
Trump Says Harvard Shouldn't be Tax-Exempt, But Do Voters Agree?

6 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Brendan RasciusBelleville News-Democrat(TNS)President Donald Trump has called for Harvard University-an elite institution that has clashed with the White House-to lose its tax-exempt status. But what do voters think? "We are going to be taking away Harvard's Tax Exempt Status," Trump wrote in a May 2 post on Truth Social.
Man Who Made False Gun Threat at Kansas City IRS Campus Gets Prison Sentence

6 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Nathan PillingThe Kansas City Star(TNS)A man accused of making a false gun threat that set off an active shooter lockdown at the Kansas City IRS campus on Pershing Road last year has been sentenced to three years in prison. Anthony Alford, 46, of Kansas City, made the report of the fake threat to 911 on Sept. 10, saying a woman he had been dating, who was an IRS employee, had a gun and was threatening to shoot up the federal building at 333 W. Pershing Road, according to court documents.
Trump Seeks Tax Hike on Wealthy Earning $2.5 Million or More

6 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Erik WassonBloomberg News(TNS)WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump is pushing lawmakers to increase tax rates on some of the wealthiest Americans as a way to offset other cuts in his signature economic package. The president's proposal calls for creating a new 39.6% tax bracket for individuals earning at least $2.5 million, or couples making $5 million, according to people familiar with the discussion. The president made the request in a Wednesday phone call to House Speaker Mike Johnson.
South Carolina Treasurer's Office Under Investigation by State's Inspector General

6 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

By Joseph BustosThe State(TNS)South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis' office is now under investigation by the state's inspector general. This follows a House decision not to take up a Senate resolution to remove the treasurer this year over a $1.8 billion accounting error. The House is researching how to best move forward with the resolution after this year's legislative work. The Senate last month voted 33-8 to remove Loftis for willful neglect of duty.
Aiwyn Acquires Taxa, Launches Aiwyn Tax

6 days ago | cpapracticeadvisor.com | Jason Bramwell

Automated accounting software provider Aiwyn has acquired Taxa, an artificial intelligence-driven tax solution, which has been rebranded as Aiwyn Tax. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed. The addition of its new tax solution allows Charlotte, NC-based Aiwyn to deliver core tax capabilities within the Aiwyn ecosystem, including automated preparation, AI-enabled review, and real-time collaboration.