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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
Many business owners are accustomed to running the whole show. But as your company grows, you’ll likely be better off
Some business owners make major decisions by relying on gut instinct. But investments made on a “hunch” often fall short
As you file your 2016 return and plan your charitable giving for 2017, it’s important to keep in mind the
Rather than keeping track of the actual cost of operating a vehicle, employees and self-employed taxpayers can use a standard
Because restricted gifts have stringent rules attached, they can be difficult for not-for-profits to manage and account for. How, then,
Last year you may have made significant gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs as part of your estate
Simplified Employee Pensions (SEPs) are sometimes regarded as the “no-brainer” first choice for high-income small-business owners who don’t currently have
Incentive stock options allow you to buy company stock in the future at a fixed price equal to or greater
Sharing your wealth with a favorite charity can benefit those in need and reduce your taxable estate. In addition, your
The Section 199 deduction is intended to encourage domestic manufacturing. In fact, it’s often referred to as the “manufacturers’ deduction.”
Was a college student in your family last year? Or were you a student yourself? You may be eligible for
“I’m taking a sick day!” This familiar refrain usually is uttered with just cause, but not always. What if there