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

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.

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