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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
If you operate a small business, or you’re starting a new one, you probably know you need to keep records
Traditionally, spring and summer are popular times for selling a home. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 crisis has resulted in a slowdown
Transferring a family business to the next generation requires a delicate balancing act. Estate and succession planning strategies aren’t always
Some companies are expected to report impairment losses in fiscal year 2020 because of the COVID-19 crisis. Depending on the
You may have good intentions in keeping a trust a secret from its beneficiaries. Perhaps you have concerns that, if
Using a revocable trust — sometimes referred to as a “living trust” — is a common estate planning strategy to
It’s often difficult for married couples to save as much as they need for retirement when one spouse doesn’t work
Restaurants and entertainment venues have been hard hit by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. One of the tax breaks that
The economic impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is unprecedented and many taxpayers with student loans have been hard hit.
For business owners, succession planning is ideally a long-term project. You want to begin laying out a smooth ownership transition,
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused some people to contemplate their own mortality or that of a family member.
The U.S. Senate has passed the bipartisan Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, which loosens several of the Paycheck
Portability allows a surviving spouse to apply a deceased spouse’s unused federal gift and estate tax exemption amount toward his
Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to shut down. If this is your situation, we’re here to assist
When a couple is going through a divorce, taxes are probably not foremost in their minds. But without proper planning
If your small business is planning for payroll next year, be aware that the “Social Security wage base” is increasing.
Typically, an estate plan includes accommodations for your spouse, children, grandchildren and even future generations. But you may overlook some
Whether it’s a smart phone, tablet or laptop, mobile devices have become the constant companions of today’s employees. And this
The IRS has announced its 2021 cost-of-living adjustments to tax amounts that might affect you. Many increased to account for
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