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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
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
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the fourth quarter of 2020. Keep
COVID-19 has changed our lives in many ways, and some of the changes have tax implications. Here is basic information
What happens if illness, injury or age-related dementia renders you unable to make decisions or communicate your wishes regarding your
Wouldn’t it be great if your employees worked as if they owned the company? An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Today, many banks are working with struggling borrowers on loan modifications. Recent guidance from the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
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
A variety of tax-related limits that affect businesses are indexed annually based on inflation. Many have increased for 2025, but
An inheritor’s trust is a specialized estate planning tool designed to protect and manage assets you pass to a beneficiary.
Businesses in certain industries employ service workers who receive tips as a large part of their compensation. These businesses include
Chances are, you’re more concerned about your 2024 tax return right now than you are about your 2025 tax situation.
Your estate plan is the perfect place to make charitable gifts if you’re a charitably inclined individual. One vehicle to