2025 Federal Tax Law Updates (Course and eBook)
OVERVIEW Tax laws are continuously evolving, presenting a significant challenge for even the most seasoned tax professionals to stay current. In recent years, for example, the federal government implemented legislative actions, such as temporary income tax cuts and business tax …
Overview
OVERVIEW
Tax laws are continuously evolving, presenting a significant challenge for even the most seasoned tax professionals to stay current. In recent years, for example, the federal government implemented legislative actions, such as temporary income tax cuts and business tax incentives, to stimulate economic growth. Changes are inevitable.
The IRS makes annual adjustments for inflation, affecting federal income tax brackets, the standard deduction, and more. This course will provide a robust analysis of the tax revisions for 2024 tax returns filed in 2025, focusing on the implications of the SECURE Act 2.0 and the adjusted inflation limits. These changes are particularly significant for income tax preparers, necessitating a thorough understanding to ensure compliance and optimal client outcomes.
The IRS makes annual inflation adjustments, including changes to the federal income tax brackets, standard deduction and more.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Examine recent legislative changes and their implications on tax credits, deductions, and overall tax liability.
- Understand the annual inflation adjustments made by the IRS, including changes to federal income tax brackets, the standard deduction, and personal exemption amounts.
- Advise clients on how to adjust their income and deductions to optimize their tax outcomes under the new thresholds.
- Develop sophisticated tax planning strategies that leverage new tax laws and IRS updates to minimize tax liability and maximize refunds.
- Dive deep into the SECURE Act 2.0 provisions, understanding its impact on retirement accounts, required minimum distributions (RMDs), and retirement savings strategies.
- Understand the recent changes to 1099-K reporting requirements and their implications for reporting income from third-party payment networks.
- Utilize comprehensive charts and visuals throughout the course to illustrate complex tax concepts and legislative changes.
At the end of the course, participants will be required to pass a comprehensive final exam covering all topics addressed throughout the course. The exam is open book, and the downloadable PDF containing the course material is available on the first page of the course. A minimum score of 70% is necessary to satisfy the Continuing Education (CE) requirement and to obtain a Certificate of Completion. Tax IQ Academy will report successful course completions to the IRS within three business days.
Curriculum
Curriculum
- 2 Sections
- 41 Lessons
- 26 Weeks
- 2025 Federal Tax Law Updates51
- 1.0Introduction
- 1.1Tax Rates
- 1.2Exempt Amount of Wages, Salary, Or Other Income
- 1.3Exemption Amounts for Alternative Minimum Tax
- 1.4Alternative Minimum Tax Exemption for A Child Subject to the “Kiddie Tax”
- 1.5Unearned Income of Minor Children Subject to the “Kiddie Tax”
- 1.6Eligible Long-Term Care Premiums
- 1.7Refundable Credit for Coverage Under a Qualified Health Plan
- 1.8Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.9Medical Savings Accounts
- 1.11Health Savings Accounts
- 1.12Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.13Health Flexible Spending Contributions
- 1.14Interest On Education Loans
- 1.15Annual Exclusion of Gifts
- 1.16Capital Gains and Losses
- 1.17Failure to File Tax Return
- 1.18Third Party Network Transactions/1099-K Forms
- 1.19Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.20Standard Deduction
- 1.21Tax Credits
- 1.22Child Tax Credit
- 1.23Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.24Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC)
- 1.25Credit For Other Dependents (ODC)
- 1.26Child And Dependent Care Tax Credit
- 1.27Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.28Earned Income Tax Credit
- 1.29Adoption Credit
- 1.30Low-Income Housing Credit
- 1.31Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.32Work Opportunity Tax Credit
- 1.33Fuel Tax Credit
- 1.34Premium Tax Credit
- 1.35Savers Credit
- 1.36Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit
- 1.37Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.38Residential Clean Energy (Solar) Credit
- 1.39Clean Vehicle Credits
- 1.40New Standard Mileage Rates
- 1.41Qualified Business Income
- 1.42Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.43Section 179
- 1.44Bonus Depreciation
- 1.45Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments
- 1.46SECURE 2.0 Act
- 1.47Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.48Reporting And Taxability of Retirement Income
- 1.49Review Question30 Minutes1 Question
- 1.50Preparer Penalties
- 1.51Beneficial Ownership
- Final Exam1