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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
Businesses across the country are being affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19). Fortunately, Congress recently passed a law that provides at
President Trump has signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Among other things, the new law temporarily requires
U.S. Treasury Department Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced that the 2019 income tax filing deadline will be moved to July 15,
After U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin’s announcement that the deadline for paying federal income taxes would be extended, the IRS
If you’re the owner of an incorporated business, you probably know that there’s a tax advantage to taking money out
The IRS extends the federal income tax payment deadline After U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin’s announcement that the deadline for
If you made large gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year, it’s important to determine whether you’re
Longer life expectancies and rising health care costs make saving for retirement more important than ever before. A Health Savings
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak — officially a pandemic as of March 11 — has prompted global health concerns. But you
Several arms of the federal government have taken, or are weighing, significant steps to help the country deal with the
If you’re a business owner, be aware that a recent tax law extended a credit for hiring individuals from one
The IRS has released proposed regulations addressing the deductibility of meal and entertainment expenses in tax years beginning after December
Inventory is a prime target for fraud schemes, second only to cash. Retailers, manufacturers and contractors are at risk for
Extra time to supply Affordable Care Act (ACA) statements. The IRS has extended the ACA information reporting due date to
Is your inventory being stolen by dishonest employees or customers? Inventory is a prime target for fraud schemes, second only
Educational institutions get extended penalty relief for tuition reporting change. The IRS has announced that it is extending previously granted
Bipartisan bill introduced in Senate to strengthen retirement savings. On Nov. 17, Senate Finance Committee Chair Orrin Hatch (R-UT) and
“Mailbox rule” reigns supreme. A federal district court dismissed a suit by married taxpayers who claimed they’d filed a timely,
Typically, much of the estate planning process focuses on money. But the most successful estate plans are founded on relationships.
Life insurance can be a powerful financial and estate planning tool, but its benefits may be reduced or even eliminated
The election of Donald Trump as President of the United States could result in major tax law changes in 2017.
Special tax benefits for military members. The IRS reminds service members that they may qualify for special tax benefits. These
What’s your status? An accurate tax return depends partly on using the right filing status. When one taxpayer’s living situation
Saving for retirement can be tough if you’re putting most of your money and time into operating a small