2. What’s New in 2014 - Individual
• Individuals not carrying health insurance face a
penalty.
• Refundable tax credit for low- or moderate-income
families buying certain health insurance.
• Final regs clarifying 3.8% surtax on investment
income and gains go into effect.
3. What’s New in 2014 - Business
• Capitalization rules in final regs go into effect.
• Reduced total assets threshold for Schedule UTP.
• Lower standard mileage allowance rate.
• Final regs go into effect allowing agents to handle
FUTA for home care service employers.
4. What’s New in 2014 - Business
• Beginning of phased broker reporting of debt
instruments and options.
• Revised rules for tips and service charges go into
effect.
• Increased fees for entering into a regular
installment agreement apply.
5. What’s New in 2014 – Business
• “Qualified health plans” may be offered through
cafeteria plans by “qualified employers.”
• Excise tax on health insurance providers.