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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

When people hear the term “forensic science,” they usually think “CSI.” What comes to mind when you hear the term

The gift and estate tax exemption is higher than it’s ever been, thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

In the course of operating your business, you probably spend time and money “wining and dining” current or potential customers,

Unforeseen disasters happen all the time and they may cause damage to your home or personal property. Before the Tax

Here’s a fast fact: The percentage of U.S. children who live with an unmarried parent has jumped from 13% in

Employers with 20 or more employees are generally required to offer continuing health care coverage to departing staff members. This

Many businesses have a life cycle that, as life cycles tend to do, concludes with a period of decline and

Have you recently started a new business? Or are you contemplating starting one? Launching a new venture is a hectic,

Once your 2018 tax return has been successfully filed with the IRS, you may still have some questions. Here are

The staggering cost of college makes it critical for families to plan carefully for this major expense, and in many

In good times, organizations often need to change to seize opportunities and keep up with demand. In bad times, they

As companies increase their investments in social media marketing, many are seeking ways to make it simpler and more cost-effective.

If you run a business “on the side” and derive most of your income from another source (whether from another

Like many businesses, yours may allow retirement plan participants to take out loans from their accounts. Such loans are governed

There are few events that can completely upend a person’s life more than divorce. Of course, there’s the emotional toll

An agreed upon procedures (AUP) engagement uses procedures similar to an audit, but on a smaller and limited scale. Here’s

Company retreats can cost enormous amounts of time and money. Are they worth it? Sometimes. Large-scale get-togethers can involve considerable

Like many business owners, you might also own highly appreciated business or investment real estate. Fortunately, there’s an effective tax

Yes, there’s still time to make 2016 contributions to your IRA. The deadline for such contributions is April 18, 2017.

Although probate can be time consuming and expensive, perhaps its biggest downside is that it’s public — anyone who’s interested

The federal income tax filing deadline for calendar-year partnerships, S corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) treated as partnerships or

It’s not uncommon for adult children to help support their aging parents. If you’re in this position, you might qualify

Estate planning isn’t just about what happens to your assets after you die. It’s also about protecting yourself and your

Most business owners spend a lifetime building their business. And when it comes to succession, they face the difficult decision