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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
In late 2019, the first substantial legislation related to retirement savings since 2006 became law. The Setting Every Community Up
Do you conduct your business as a sole proprietorship or as a wholly owned limited liability company (LLC)? If so,
If you’re a parent, or if you’re planning on having children, you know that it’s expensive to pay for their
Whether you’re moving to another country for work-related reasons, retirement or simply want an opportunity to experience a new culture,
Roughly half of CFOs believe an economic recession will hit by the end of 2020, and about three-quarters expect a
Many people who launch small businesses start out as sole proprietors. Here are nine tax rules and considerations involved in
Married couples often wonder whether they should file joint or separate tax returns. The answer depends on your individual tax
A financial power of attorney can be a valuable planning tool. The most common type is the durable power of
Many of today’s businesses employ workers from across the generational spectrum. Employees may range from Baby Boomers to members of
Auditors use various procedures to verify the amounts reported on your financial statements. In addition to reviewing original source documents
Are you an employer who owns a business where tipping is customary for providing food and beverages? You may qualify
If you’re getting ready to file your 2019 tax return, and your tax bill is higher than you’d like, there