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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
Do you and your spouse together operate a profitable unincorporated small business? If so, you face some challenging tax issues.
If you’re considering opening an investment account for your minor child or grandchild to help him or her save for
At back-to-school time, much of the focus is on the students returning to the classroom — and on their parents
If you own an unincorporated small business, you may be frustrated with high self-employment (SE) tax bills. One way to
Make no mistake, serving as an executor (or a “personal representative” in some states) is an honor. But the title
Divorce is stressful under any circumstances, but for business owners, the process can be even more complicated. Your business ownership
A major tax change is here for businesses with research and experimental (R&E) expenses. On July 4, 2025, the One
For family business owners, an estate plan and a succession plan often work in tandem, ensuring that both personal and
By purchasing stock in certain small businesses, you can diversify your investment portfolio. You also may enjoy preferential tax treatment,
One of the most critical decisions entrepreneurs make when starting or restructuring a business is choosing the right entity type.
Last year you may have made significant gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs as part of your estate
Simplified Employee Pensions (SEPs) are sometimes regarded as the “no-brainer” first choice for high-income small-business owners who don’t currently have
Incentive stock options allow you to buy company stock in the future at a fixed price equal to or greater
Sharing your wealth with a favorite charity can benefit those in need and reduce your taxable estate. In addition, your
The Section 199 deduction is intended to encourage domestic manufacturing. In fact, it’s often referred to as the “manufacturers’ deduction.”
Was a college student in your family last year? Or were you a student yourself? You may be eligible for
“I’m taking a sick day!” This familiar refrain usually is uttered with just cause, but not always. What if there
It’s crucial to review and update your estate plan in light of significant life changes or new tax laws. It’s
Investment interest — interest on debt used to buy assets held for investment, such as margin debt used to buy
At the beginning of the year, many people decide they’re going to get in the best shape of their lives.
Bonus depreciation allows businesses to recover the costs of depreciable property more quickly by claiming additional first-year depreciation for qualified
While it’s natural to set up trusts in the state where you live, you may be losing out on significant