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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
The use of a company vehicle is a valuable fringe benefit for owners and employees of small businesses. This benefit
If you’re putting aside money for college or other educational expenses, consider a tax-advantaged 529 savings plan. Also known as
Operating a business as an S corporation may provide many advantages, including limited liability for owners and no double taxation
If you’re like many people, you’ve worked hard to accumulate a large nest egg in your traditional IRA (including a
Federal estate tax liability is no longer an issue for many families, now that the gift and estate tax exemption
Bitcoin and other forms of virtual currency are gaining popularity. But many businesses, consumers, employees and investors are still confused
In the past few months, many businesses and employers nationwide have received “no-match” letters from the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Years ago, Congress enacted the “kiddie tax” rules to prevent parents and grandparents in high tax brackets from shifting income
You probably don’t have to be told about the need for a will. But do you know what provisions should
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released a final rule which should make it easier for smaller businesses to
When drafting your estate plan, you and your attorney must account for what happens to your children and your assets
Working from home has its perks. Not only can you skip the commute, but you also might be eligible to
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