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If you’re considering opening an investment account for your minor child or grandchild to help him or her save for

At back-to-school time, much of the focus is on the students returning to the classroom — and on their parents

For many business owners, estate planning and succession planning go hand in hand. As the owner of a closely held

The downturn in the stock market may have caused the value of your retirement account to decrease. But if you

Businesses should be aware that they may be responsible for issuing more information reporting forms for 2022 because more workers

Families that have children who are adopted, or stepchildren who haven’t been legally adopted, may face unique estate planning challenges.

Taking care of an elderly parent or grandparent may provide more than just personal satisfaction. You could also be eligible

Back in late 2019, the first significant legislation addressing retirement savings since 2006 became law. The Setting Every Community Up

A Health Savings Account (HSA) can be a powerful tool for financing health care expenses while supplementing your other retirement

The IRS has begun mailing notices to businesses, financial institutions and other payers that filed certain returns with information that

There are many rules that can potentially apply to the sale of business property. Thus, to simplify discussion, let’s assume

Like many people, you may have dreamed of turning a hobby into a regular business. You won’t have any tax

Estate planning experts usually cite the need to include advance health care directives in a comprehensive estate plan. But there

If you donate valuable items to charity, you may be required to get an appraisal. The IRS requires donors and

If you donate valuable items to charity, you may be required to get an appraisal. The IRS requires donors and

In some cases, homeowners decide to move to new residences, but keep their present homes and rent them out. If

Adding a new partner in a partnership has several financial and legal implications. Let’s say you and your partners are

Estate tax planning can become complicated when multiple parties are involved. For example, you may be concerned about providing assets

The tax filing deadline for 2021 tax returns is April 18 this year. After your 2021 tax return has been

The tax filing deadline for 2021 tax returns is April 18 this year. After your 2021 tax return has been

In a historically tenuous time to retain employees, small employers are particularly at risk. Whereas a large employer might be

The “stretch” IRA generally no longer exists. But if you have a substantial balance in a traditional IRA, a properly

If you made large gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year, it’s important to determine whether you’re

In today’s economy, many small businesses are strapped for cash. They may find it beneficial to barter or trade for

Precise language is critical in wills, trusts and other estate planning documents. A lack of clarity may be an invitation

If you’re getting ready to file your 2021 tax return, and your tax bill is more than you’d like, there