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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

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

As a result of the current estate tax exemption amount ($11.58 million in 2020), many estates no longer need to

Like so many things this year, the recommended practices for your annual end-of-the-year tax planning reflect the COVID-19 pandemic and

Do you buy or lease computer software to use in your business? Do you develop computer software for use in

The business use of websites is widespread. But surprisingly, the IRS hasn’t yet issued formal guidance on when Internet website

In some cases, investors have significant related expenses, such as the cost of subscriptions to financial periodicals and clerical expenses.

Generally, the proceeds of your life insurance policy are included in your taxable estate. You can remove them by transferring

With the presidential election only weeks away, many people are beginning to pay closer attention to each candidate’s positions on

When it’s time to consider your business’s future, succession planning can protect your legacy and successfully set up the next

When estate planning, it’s common for parents to leave their primary residence or a vacation home to their children. While

Are you starting a business with partners and deciding on the right entity? An S corporation might be the best

Prior to the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), businesses were able to claim a tax deduction

If you’ve given a significant financial gift to a family member, you may wonder whether you’re required to file a

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

Even if you’re single and have no children, having an estate plan helps ensure your final wishes are clearly documented

Victims of presidentially declared disasters in recent years who couldn’t previously claim a casualty loss deduction may now be able

A revocable trust (sometimes referred to as a “living trust”) is a popular estate planning tool that allows you to

Retirement is often viewed as an opportunity to travel, spend time with family or simply enjoy the fruits of a

Your estate plan is the perfect place to make charitable gifts if you’re a charitably inclined individual. One vehicle to

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has long been a valuable tax break for families with qualifying children. Whether you’re new