Facial recognition as a tool isn’t awful, but how it’s utilized may make it appear bad, according to Brett Johnson, cybersecurity, cybercrime, and ID theft expert who spent over 20 years in the cybercrime industry. “It’s unclear what ID.me does with our information. The CEO … Read more
The Internal Revenue Service stated this week that it would no longer require taxpayers to utilize a private facial-recognition technology to access their online accounts. However, opponents claim that the now-failed endeavor is part of a larger drive by the terrifying government agency to infiltrate … Read more
Toledo, Ohio (WTVG) – The city of Toledo, Ohio (WTVG) You’re getting a slew of forms and letters now that it’s tax season. A good time to take a close look at them is now, as some of them may reveal a serious issue. Scammers … Read more
According to Brett Johnson, a cybersecurity and cybercrime expert who has worked in the field for over 20 years, facial recognition is not a bad tool, but how it is used can make it look bad. “The use that ID.me makes of our personal data … Read more
The Internal Revenue Service announced this week that it will no longer require taxpayers to use a private facial-recognition system to access their online accounts. But critics argue that the now-foiled effort is part of an ongoing expansion of the frightening federal agency into more … Read more
Taxpayers can get help from the IRS on how to fill out form 1040 and report their taxes. Real-world currency purchasers of virtual currency are exempt from this rule. It has recently come under fire for a lack of clarity in regard to cryptocurrency taxes. … Read more
New Mexico’s income tax on Social Security benefits has been the subject of much debate recently. It is my opinion that as a CPA who receives Social Security benefits, I can provide valuable information and perspective that has been lacking in the commentary I have … Read more
How much more can you get if you wait to collect Social Security benefits? When it comes to Social Security, the most important decision you will have to make is when to begin claiming benefits. You can begin claiming benefits at the age of 62, … Read more
People expect Social Security to provide a retirement income, and that’s exactly what it does. More than just social retirement plans are provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Additionally, the SSA protects workers who become disabled and provides survivor benefits to families when the … Read more
In order to assist taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service is opening a downtown Detroit taxpayer assistance office on Saturday. For this one-of-a-kind occasion, no appointment is required. Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the IRS Detroit Taxpayer Assistance Center will be open for business. Near … Read more