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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
If your estate plan includes a revocable trust — also known as a “living” trust — it’s critical to ensure
A strong economy leads some company owners to cut back on marketing. Why spend the money if business is so
Because they foster a collegial, trusting environment, law firms can be more vulnerable to fraud than many other types of
As an individual, you’ve no doubt been urged to regularly check your credit score. Most people nowadays know that,
If you’re the parent of a child who is age 17 to 23, and you pay all (or most) of
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
Sometimes estates that are large enough for estate taxes to be a concern are asset rich but cash poor, without
In April 2018, the IRS released temporary guidance on the amended limit on deductions for business interest expense for tax
Many factors go into the success of a company. You’ve got to offer high-quality products or services, provide outstanding customer
The holiday season is a great time for businesses to show their appreciation for employees and customers by giving them
Will you be age 50 or older on December 31? Are you still working? Are you already contributing to your
Estate planning typically focuses on what happens to your children and your assets when you die. But it’s equally important
If most of your money is tied up in your business, retirement can be a challenge. So if you haven’t
As we approach the end of 2018, it’s a good idea to review the mutual fund holdings in your taxable
An IRA is a popular vehicle to save for retirement, and it can also be a powerful estate planning tool.
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has enhanced two depreciation-related breaks that are popular year-end tax planning tools for
If you’re an executive or other key employee, your employer may offer you a nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) plan. As
Your estate plan shouldn’t be a static document. It needs to change as your life changes. Year end is the