Idaho Association of Tax Consultants

03/04/2026

https://open.substack.com/pub/gtax/p/irs-quietly-changes-tips-deduction?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=cmlcj

The change adds more confusion for non-employees claiming the tips deduction

03/04/2026

https://tax.idaho.gov/pressrelease/file-now-to-get-your-conformity-deductions/

BOISE, Idaho — March 3, 2026 — Taxpayers can now start filing their 2025 Idaho income tax returns to claim all the new conformity deductions. The Tax Commission has updated its instructions to reflect the conformity changes. The agency also notified tax software providers of the changes so they ...

02/23/2026

The Idaho tax conformity bill is now law. The Tax Commission is developing a plan for taxpayers, including those who’ve already filed their 2025 income taxes, to claim the larger standard deduction amounts and an enhanced senior deduction, as well as other new deductions for car loan interest, qualified tips from wages, and overtime compensation. Get the details: https://tax.idaho.gov/pressrelease/update-on-filing-2025-idaho-income-taxes-now-that-conformity-is-law/

01/27/2026

Important Idaho Tax Filing info -

At this time, Idaho has not yet conformed to the OBBBA, which is why the standard deduction amounts currently differ. The deduction for tips, overtime and seniors is also not in the current Idaho instructions. A conformity bill was introduced to the Revenue and Tax Committee on Friday, and it would retroactively apply changes back to January 1, 2025.

If the bill is enacted, Idaho forms will need to be updated right away. Taxpayers who have already filed may be required to submit amended returns. Waiting a week or two to file could help avoid the need for amendments; however, doing so may delay refunds, which many taxpayers are eager to receive.

10/07/2025

Get prepared to apply for the Parental Choice Tax Credit

10/07/2025

Paper checks are over 16 times more likely to be lost, stolen, altered, or delayed than electronic payments. By Transitioning into electronic tax refunds, the is helping taxpayers stay safe. See: https://ow.ly/KHvu50X1sAr

08/21/2025

Would you like to join the Idaho Association of Tax Consultants? You can!

08/19/2025

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08/19/2025

John Sheeley EA and Deana R Simpson EA in the 208! Boom!

01/28/2025

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Scam Alert: Text Messages Impersonating the IRS Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration sent this bulletin at 01/28/2025 09:23 AM EST Scammers are impersonating the IRS and texting taxpayers asking for sensitive information. They're making taxpayers think it's to get an Economic Impact Pay...

01/02/2025

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