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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 have minor children, arguably the most important estate planning decision you need to make is choosing a guardian
A job description may seem like just so many words on a page or website. But those words have power.
The IRS has issued new guidance updating the rules for using optional standard mileage rates when calculating “above-the-line” deductions for
The right entity choice can make a difference in the tax bill you owe for your business. Although S corporations
You can reduce taxes and save for retirement by contributing to a tax-advantaged retirement plan. If your employer offers a
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made only one change to the federal gift and estate tax regime, but
Year end can be a stressful time for those in ownership and management positions. Along with having to tackle myriad
By temporarily doubling the gift and estate tax exemption, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) opened a window of
The IRS recently issued its 2020 cost-of-living adjustments. With inflation remaining largely in check, many amounts increased slightly, and some
Are you charitably minded and have a significant amount of money in an IRA? If you’re age 70½ or older,
The first tax-filing season under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was a time of uncertainty for many businesses
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) reduced individual income tax rates, but it left the 3.8% net investment income
Many expenses that may qualify as miscellaneous itemized deductions are deductible only to the extent they exceed, in aggregate, 2%
If you go on a business trip within the United States and tack on some vacation days, you can deduct
For anyone who takes a spin at roulette, cries out “Bingo!” or engages in other wagering activities, it’s important to
Giving away assets during your life will help reduce the size of your taxable estate, which is beneficial if you
Last year a break valued by many charitably inclined retirees was made permanent: the charitable IRA rollover. If you’re age
The income tax credit for certain energy-efficient home improvements and equipment purchases was extended through 2016 by the Protecting Americans
Investing in mutual funds is an easy way to diversify a portfolio, which is one reason why they’re commonly found
Executives and other key employees are often compensated with more than just salary, fringe benefits and bonuses: They may also
As the school year draws to a close and the days lengthen, you may be one of the many homeowners
Many businesses host a picnic for employees in the summer. It’s a fun activity for your staff and you may
With health care costs continuing to climb, tax-friendly ways to pay for these expenses are more attractive than ever. Health
Are you thinking about turning a business trip into a family vacation this summer? This can be a great way