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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
Divorce is stressful under any circumstances, but for business owners, the process can be even more complicated. Your business ownership
A major tax change is here for businesses with research and experimental (R&E) expenses. On July 4, 2025, the One
For family business owners, an estate plan and a succession plan often work in tandem, ensuring that both personal and
By purchasing stock in certain small businesses, you can diversify your investment portfolio. You also may enjoy preferential tax treatment,
One of the most critical decisions entrepreneurs make when starting or restructuring a business is choosing the right entity type.
Payable-on-death (POD) and transfer-on-death (TOD) accounts are attractive estate planning tools because they allow assets to pass directly to named
If you own an unincorporated small business, you may be frustrated with high self-employment (SE) tax bills. One way to
If you make quarterly estimated tax payments, the amount you owe may be affected by the One Big Beautiful Bill
Make no mistake, serving as an executor (or a “personal representative” in some states) is an honor. But the title
The federal government has announced a major change that will affect how numerous Americans receive their tax refunds and federal
The One, Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) contains a major overhaul to an outdated IRS requirement. Beginning with payments made
As its name suggests, a living trust (also known as a revocable trust) is in effect while you’re alive. It’s