IRS interest rates are unchanged for the first quarter of 2014 (January 1, 2014, through March 31, 2014). These are the rates changed on underpayments and overpayments:
The 3% rate applies to underpayments of estimated taxes by individuals. All of these rates have held steady since October 1, 2011.
Source: Rev. Rul. 2013-25
A business method of accounting requiring income to be reported when earned and expenses to be deducted when incurred. However, deductions generally may not be claimed until economic performance has occurred.