CELEBRATING OVER SIXTY FIVE YEARS

CELEBRATING OVER
SIXTY FIVE YEARS

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If you’re a real estate developer or a small business owner who owns commercial real estate, you might be thinking

Estate planning can be overwhelming. One reason is that it has a language all its own. While you may be

Portability allows a surviving spouse to apply a deceased spouse’s unused federal gift and estate tax exemption amount toward his

Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to shut down. If this is your situation, we’re here to assist

When a couple is going through a divorce, taxes are probably not foremost in their minds. But without proper planning

If your small business is planning for payroll next year, be aware that the “Social Security wage base” is increasing.

Typically, an estate plan includes accommodations for your spouse, children, grandchildren and even future generations. But you may overlook some

Whether it’s a smart phone, tablet or laptop, mobile devices have become the constant companions of today’s employees. And this

The IRS has announced its 2021 cost-of-living adjustments to tax amounts that might affect you. Many increased to account for

Are you wondering if the passive activity loss rules affect business ventures you’re engaged in — or might engage in?

If you invest in mutual funds, be aware of some potential pitfalls involved in buying and selling shares. Surprise sales

You may view your will as the centerpiece of your estate plan. But other documents can complement it. For example,

October 15 is the deadline for individual taxpayers who extended their 2019 tax returns. (The original April 15 filing deadline

Election years often lead to uncertainty for businesses, but 2020 surely takes the cake when it comes to unpredictability. Amid

A living trust is one of the most versatile estate planning tools available. It offers a streamlined way to manage

Now is a good time to review your business’s expenses for deductibility. Accelerating deductible expenses into this year generally will

When creating a will, most people focus on the big-ticket items — including who gets the house, the car and

Saving taxes probably isn’t your primary reason for supporting your favorite charities. But tax deductions can be a valuable added

If you pay more than $10,000 in state and local taxes (SALT), a provision of the One Big Beautiful Bill

Making sure your family will be able to locate your estate planning documents when needed is one of the most

Now is the time of year when taxpayers search for last-minute moves to reduce their federal income tax liability. Adding

The IRS recently issued its 2026 cost-of-living adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act

If you’re considering guaranteeing, or are asked to guarantee, a loan to your closely held corporation, it’s important to understand

Life insurance is often a cornerstone of estate planning, providing liquidity to cover estate taxes, debts or other obligations. However,

Are you age 50 or older? You’ve earned the right to supercharge your retirement savings with extra “catch-up” contributions to

Among its numerous tax provisions, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) reinstated immediate deductions for research and experimental (R&E)