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A financial statement audit can give lenders, investors and other stakeholders greater confidence in your business’s financial reporting. But not

Life insurance can provide critical financial protection for the people who depend on you or help you achieve other estate

Here’s a not-so-fun fact: The generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax is among the harshest and most complex in the tax code.

Business owners are aware that the price of gas is historically high, which has made their vehicle costs soar. The

“Thanks, but no thanks.” If you expect to receive an inheritance from a family member, you might want to use

Are you in the early stages of divorce? In addition to the tough personal issues that you’re dealing with, several

As a result of the current estate tax exemption amount ($12.06 million in 2022), many people no longer need to

Does your college-aged child have a basic estate plan? In more cases than not, the answer is “no.” The good

Here’s an interesting option if your small company or start-up business is planning to claim the research tax credit. Subject

Here’s an interesting option if your small company or start-up business is planning to claim the research tax credit. Subject

The IRS recently announced that it’ll increase the standard mileage rate for qualified business driving for the second half of

The best laid plans can go awry. After your death, events may transpire that you hadn’t anticipated or couldn’t have

Some people who begin claiming Social Security benefits are surprised to find out they’re taxed by the federal government on

The next quarterly estimated tax payment deadline is June 15 for individuals and businesses so it’s a good time to

Sometimes estates that are large enough for estate taxes to be a concern are asset rich but cash poor, without

In April 2018, the IRS released temporary guidance on the amended limit on deductions for business interest expense for tax

Many factors go into the success of a company. You’ve got to offer high-quality products or services, provide outstanding customer

The holiday season is a great time for businesses to show their appreciation for employees and customers by giving them

Will you be age 50 or older on December 31? Are you still working? Are you already contributing to your

Estate planning typically focuses on what happens to your children and your assets when you die. But it’s equally important

If most of your money is tied up in your business, retirement can be a challenge. So if you haven’t

As we approach the end of 2018, it’s a good idea to review the mutual fund holdings in your taxable

An IRA is a popular vehicle to save for retirement, and it can also be a powerful estate planning tool.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has enhanced two depreciation-related breaks that are popular year-end tax planning tools for

If you’re an executive or other key employee, your employer may offer you a nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) plan. As

Your estate plan shouldn’t be a static document. It needs to change as your life changes. Year end is the