Business & Finance

With the 2024 tax season officially behind us, many Arizona residents are now eagerly awaiting their refunds. Fortunately, the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) offers a convenient way to check the status of your refund online.Taxpayers can visit AZTaxes.gov/Home/CheckRefund to track the status of their refund using the following required inform...

The clock is ticking for Arizona taxpayers. With the April 15, 2025 deadline fast approaching, residents have just one week left to file and pay their individual income taxes. This date also marks the first-quarter deadline for those who file estimated tax payments on a quarterly basis. Who Needs to File?In Arizona, individuals must file a tax retu...

As tax season hits its peak, the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is extending its call center hours to better serve taxpayers across the state—including those here in San Tan Valley. Beginning Monday, March 31, ADOR's Customer Care Center will offer expanded hours to assist individual income tax filers who have questions or need support filing...

Central Arizona College's Workforce and Economic Development has announced that the innovative interview preparation tool, Big Interview, is now available to all students, faculty, and staff. The new resource is designed to help users build essential interview skills, boost confidence, and prepare for success in their career journeys. Big Interview...

State Representative Jeff Weninger, Chairman of the Arizona House Committee on Commerce, has introduced a series of bills aimed at positioning Arizona as a center for blockchain and digital asset innovation. The legislative package, which has passed out of committee and now awaits a full House vote, includes several key proposals designed to update...

The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) has announced that individuals can now access their Form 1099-MISC and Form 1099-G online through the state's tax portal. Taxpayers can conveniently search, download, and print these forms by visiting www.AZTaxes.gov and selecting the "View My 1099 Form" option. Form 1099-MISC Form 1099-MISC reports miscella...

The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) officially kicked off the 2025 tax season January 27th, announcing that individual income tax returns for the 2024 tax year are now being accepted. Arizona taxpayers have until Tuesday, April 15, 2025, to file their returns or request an extension, with the extended deadline set for October 15, 2025. Filing ...

As the 2025 tax season approaches, an estimated 1.14 million Arizonans will have the option to file their taxes through the IRS's Direct File program. This seamless and free option is expanding to include more tax types, deductions, and credits, offering greater convenience for eligible taxpayers. To help taxpayers determine their eligibility for D...

Businesses operating in Arizona are reminded by the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) to renew their Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license before January 1, 2025. Failure to renew by this deadline could lead to penalties and additional fees, with renewals after January 31 incurring further consequences. Unrenewed licenses will not be automatic...

The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is encouraging taxpayers to take proactive steps to ensure a smooth renewal process for their Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) licenses. Renewals are due January 1, 2025, and penalties will apply for licenses renewed after January 31, 2025. With online tools and updated procedures, ADOR is making it easier th...

Hello, San Tan Valley! Dewayne here, and I want to share some news about Bitcoin. Bitcoin (BTC) is rocketing upwards, it just hit a new all-time high of $93K, and is currently trading at $89K (and some change) at this moment of writing. A month ago, it was at 65K. Many experts believe we're just scratching the surface of what's possible. Makes for ...

The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is urging taxpayers to be cautious of "ghost" tax preparers—people who prepare tax returns for payment but don't sign or provide their identifying information. ADOR warns that if a tax preparer doesn't sign your return, it could be a sign of a potential scam. What Is a Ghost Tax Preparer?A ghost tax preparer...

The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is beginning its Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license renewal season early, allowing businesses to renew for 2025. Letters and emails are being sent to let businesses know they can now renew their licenses. Important Dates for RenewalsThe deadline to renew TPT licenses is January 1, 2025. Each license is ...

The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is preparing to notify business owners across the state about upcoming renewals for their Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) licenses. Business owners are advised to renew their licenses before January 1, 2025, to avoid late fees and penalties. Renewals submitted after January 31 may be subject to penal...

Arizonans will have broader access to free, direct online tax filing options for both federal and state returns this upcoming tax season. Arizona is among a select group of states participating in the IRS Direct File program, which is expanding to cover a wider range of tax circumstances. The expansion comes after a successful pilot year, during wh...