CELEBRATING OVER SIXTY FIVE YEARS

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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

For years, life insurance has played a critical role in estate planning, providing a source of liquidity to pay estate

Every employer needs to keep records on pay, hours, workplace injuries and the like. And, of course, the fun doesn’t

The Trump administration has released its long-awaited proposed rule to update the overtime exemptions for so-called white-collar workers under the

In the broadest sense, strategic planning comprises two primary tasks: establishing goals and achieving them. Many business owners would probably

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act created a new federal tax credit for employers that provide qualified paid family and

Did you make large gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year? If so, it’s important to determine

No matter how much effort you’ve invested in designing your estate plan, your will, trusts and other official documents may

The Department of Labor (DOL) announced in very late January the 2019 annual adjustments to the civil monetary penalties for

Recent changes to federal tax law and accounting rules could affect whether you decide to lease or buy equipment or

It’s not just businesses that can deduct vehicle-related expenses. Individuals also can deduct them in certain circumstances. Unfortunately, the Tax

People who live in states with high income taxes sometimes relocate to a state with a more favorable tax climate.

It’s in every employer’s best interest to keep an open mind about where the right talent for an open position

For many people, pets are more than just animals — they’re cherished members of the family. Yet, when it comes

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed its budget reconciliation bill, dubbed The One, Big, Beautiful Bill. Among other things,

Suppose your adult child or friend needs to borrow money. Maybe it’s to buy a first home or address a

Have you ever invested in a company only to see its stock value plummet? (This may become relevant in light

If you inherit assets after a loved one passes away, they often arrive with a valuable — but frequently misunderstood

Once your 2024 tax return is in the hands of the IRS, you may be tempted to clear out file

President Trump’s “Liberation Day” announcement of global tariffs caught businesses, as well as foreign countries and worldwide financial markets, off

When it’s time to consider your business’s future, succession planning can protect your legacy and successfully set up the next

When estate planning, it’s common for parents to leave their primary residence or a vacation home to their children. While

Are you starting a business with partners and deciding on the right entity? An S corporation might be the best

Prior to the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), businesses were able to claim a tax deduction

If you’ve given a significant financial gift to a family member, you may wonder whether you’re required to file a