Memo – 529 Plans Get New and Exciting Options
529 plans are a great vehicle to save for college tuition. Tax reform has enhanced and expanded the use of 529 funds. What is a 529 plan? A 529 [...]
About Chris Whalen, CPA
I’m Chris Whalen, CPA. For over thirty years I have been the owner and Managing Member of a Certified Public Accounting and Business Advisory firm providing a full range of income tax, accounting and advisory services for individuals and businesses. I am licensed in all states and serve clients throughout the country but extensively in Red Bank, Middletown, Rumson, Colts Neck, Holmdel, Monmouth County and Ocean County.Memo – 2017 Taxes Still Not Done? Time Is Running Out To File!
If your 2017 Business or Personal Tax Returns are note done yet, please contact me as time is running out to file on time. Call me now (732) 673-0510 [...]
Interview – Topics Discussed – NJ Tax Amnesty, Alimony Changes, Tax Post Card, Timing Charitable Giving, Qualified Business Income
Listen to this informative interview with Chris Whalen, CPA as he discusses NJ Tax Amnesty, Alimony Changes, Tax Post Card, Timing Charitable Giving, Qualified Business Income Get my memos [...]
Podcast – Trump Tax Reform – Post Card – 7 Forms Instead of 1 Is Simplification?
Listen to this informative podcast from Chris Whalen, CPA as he discusses Trump Tax Reform - Post Card - 7 Forms Instead of 1 Is Simplification? Get my memos [...]
Tax Memo – Are You Eligible For Trump’s Passthrough Tax Reduction?
Trump's Tax Plan includes a Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction. This deduction gives up to a 20% deduction on certain business income and uses sometimes complicated formulas. This deduction [...]
Tax Memo – Disabled People Can Put More Into ABLE Accounts, May Also Get More Saver’s Credit
People with disabilities can now put more money into their tax-favored Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts and may, for the first time, qualify for the Saver’s Credit [...]
Tax Memo – ITIN Expiring? Renew It ASAP
What is an ITIN? An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a tax processing number issued by the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS issues ITINs to individuals who are [...]
Tax Memo – Latest Depreciation Rules
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, signed Dec. 22, 2017, changed some laws regarding depreciation deductions. Do you have questions? Call me: 732-673-0510. Businesses can immediately expense more under [...]
Memo – Business Owners, Your Quickbooks Files Are Your Property, Not Your Accountant’s
Want my podcasts and blog posts delivered to your inbox? Click here to subscribe Questions? Concerns? Call me on (732) 673-0510. Important Update! NY SUPREME COURT ORDERS CPA TO PROVIDE [...]
SEMINAR – May 30, 2018 “Structuring Optimal Shore Investment and Rental Property Strategies Under The 2018 Tax Act.”
Weds., May 30, 2018, 6pm LBI - Ocean County Library 217 S Central Ave Surf City, NJ 08008 RSVP to: chriswhalencpa@gmail.com Get my memos in your inbox by clicking [...]
Interview – Chris Whalen, CPA with Joel Markel, Preferred Company 2018-0501
Listen to this informative interview with Chris Whalen, CPA as he discusses the 2018 tax changes with Joel Markel. Get my memos in your inbox by clicking here ---> http://eepurl.com/7rJdT [...]
Tax Memo – NJ Tax Amnesty 2018 Is Here!
This memo has been updated. Please click here to read the latest NJ Amnesty Information -----> Memo – NJ Amnesty Letter – Did You Get One? Do you, or [...]
Memo – Beware of Radio/Internet Ads Promising Tax “Relief”
It is extremely rare that the IRS, or any state, will reduce your tax liabilities when you have the ability to pay them in the future. The radio and [...]
Radio Interview – Crypto Currency, NJ Refunds, Payroll Deductions, Unreimbursed Expenses
Listen to this informative interview where Chris Whalen, CPA discusses: Cryptocurrency NJ Refunds Delayed Checking The Adequacy of Your Payroll Deductions Unreimbursed Expenses Get my memos in your inbox [...]
Tax Memo – Some NJ Refunds Are Very Delayed This Year
Some NJ refunds are severely delayed this year. I have inquired with The Division of Taxation several times, but they have yet to give me a definitive reason why. [...]
Interview – Crypto (Virtual) Currency and Income Taxes
NOTE: If viewing this memo on a phone or tablet, use landscape mode. I was featured in an article for ROI-NJ on Crypto (Virtual) Currencies and Income Taxes. Page [...]
Crypto Memo – Yes, You Should Report Your Cryptocurrency Trades On Your Tax Return
Purposefully not reporting or misreporting your Crypto related income is Tax Evasion at a minimum, and Tax Fraud at worst. I follow many crypto podcasts, forums and newsletters and [...]
Crypto Memo – Coinbase To Report User Information To The IRS, Other Exchanges Will Follow Suit
In response to a court order, Coinbase is reporting information on some of its users. If you have crypto transactions you haven't properly accounted for over the past several [...]
Memo – Can’t Pay Your Taxes? – There Are Options!
If you are going to attempt to use the IRS Website to establish an installment plan, I urge to call me before you start so I can give advice [...]
Memo – The Tax Savings From Tax Reform Could Offset The Rise in Mortgage Rates
We have seen an uptick in mortgage rates and this has people believing they can afford less of a house. This is quite often untrue, as the tax savings [...]
Watch my Youtube interview with Styxhexenhammer666
Watch my Youtube interview with Styxhexenhammer666 "A Chat With Chris Whalen, CPA Re: Trump Tax Plan, SALT, Income Tax Brackets, etc" Get my memos in your inbox by clicking [...]
Tax Scam Alert – Scammers Sending Erroneous Refunds Then Calling to Return Money to a Collection Agency
Red Bank, NJ — I wanted to warn taxpayers of a quickly growing scam involving erroneous tax refunds being deposited into their bank accounts. I will also provide a [...]
Tax Memo – Common IRS Tax Filing Myths
Red Bank, NJ — With the 2018 filing season in full swing, I wanted to offer taxpayers some basic tax and refund tips to clear up some common misbeliefs. [...]
Tax Memo – Mortgage Insurance Premiums ARE Deductible In 2017 – Legislation Was Passed Extending
NOTE: If viewing this memo using a phone or tablet, use landscape mode. Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) treated as qualified residence interest has been extended to 2017 so they [...]
Tax Memo – Check Your Pay Stubs For Accuracy! – Payroll Tax Tables Have Changed
President Trump's Tax Reforms will mean lower taxes for most of us. Part of this process is the changing of the payroll tax tables for the federal income tax [...]
Tax Memo – Mortgage Insurance Premiums May Still Be Deductible In 2017
This memo has been superseded. The legislation did pass extending this deduction into 2017. Please click below to read the updated memo. Tax Memo – Mortgage Insurance Premiums ARE [...]
Memo – Options For Paying Your Federal Taxes
There are many ways to pay your federal taxes. The best and most efficient method is to pay your taxes using a direct debit from a bank account when [...]
Tax Memo – Crypto (Virtual) Currency Income Tax Q&A
Are you concerned or confused about how to account for your crypto currency transactions for tax purposes? My firm specializes in analyzing these. Contact us so we can prepare [...]
Tax Reform Update – Child Tax Credit – In 2018, Millions More Are Now Eligible
Under tax reform, starting in 2018, each of your qualifying children may qualify for a Child Tax Credit of up to $2,000. That is double what it was in [...]
Interview – Tax Reform Update – Case Study – 100k Family of 4, Deduction Limitations, Mortgage Interest
Topics: Case Study - Family of 4, Two Parents, Two Children, 100K of wages, renters wondering if buying a home is worth it. SALT Deduction Limitations, Mortgage Interest, Home Equity [...]