This week we look at:

Hobby Loss Rules: Young v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2025-95
Drought-Forced Livestock Sales: IRS Notice 2025-52
Per Diem Rates: IRS Notice 2025-54
End of Paper Refunds: IR-2025-94 / E.O. 14247
Syndicated Conservation Easements: Jackson Stone South, LLC v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2025-96
Constructive Receipt & § 4958: Fumo v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2025-97
Whistleblower Awards: In re: Sealed Case, CA DC, Case No. 24-1001
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Gil v. United States, USDC ED PA

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