Ines Zemelman
- Corporate taxation
- International taxation
- Nonresident taxation
- Bachelor of Science, Baruch College
- MBA in Taxation, Baruch College
Articles
Paperless IRS refunds in 2026: How Executive Order 14247 works
Executive Order 14247 (signed March 25, 2025) directed the Treasury to stop issuing paper checks for federal disbursements (including IRS refunds) effective September 30, 2025, to the extent permitted by law. Treasury and the IRS began phasing out paper refund checks on September 30, 2025; as a result, the 2026 filing season (processing 2025 retu...
The complete Trump child accounts guide
If you have a child – or one on the way – a new federal savings program launching July 5, 2026, deserves your attention. The government deposits $1,000 into a dedicated savings account opened in your child's name, and families build on that over 18 years of tax-deferred growth. It's a straightforward concept – but there&...
What are Trump child accounts?
Trump Accounts are a brand-new type of tax-advantaged savings account for children under age 18, created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law on July 4, 2025. Think of them as "starter IRAs" designed to give American childre...
How Trump accounts work – the complete mechanics
Trump Accounts represent one of the most significant changes to family tax planning in decades. These government-backed savings accounts are available for children born in 2025 or later, combining elements of traditional retirement accounts with unique rules designed to build long-term wealth for the next generation. If you're wonde...
Form 1099-A: Acquisition or Abandonment of Secured Property explained
IRS Form 1099-A is a notice from your lender that they took back your property (like a home or car) through foreclosure or repossession, or that they believe you abandoned it. It shows the date this happened, how much you still owed, and the property’s estimated value - information you may need to figure out any tax gain or loss. ...
Chances of being audited by the IRS in 2026: What you need to know
If you're a taxpayer, you may have wondered about your chances of being audited by the IRS. While the audit rate for individual taxpayers has generally been declining in recent years, it's still important to understand the factors that can increase your risk and take steps to reduce them. In this article, we'll pro...