CELEBRATING OVER SIXTY FIVE YEARS

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

If you are about to receive an inheritance from a family member, you can use a qualified disclaimer to refuse

If you’re charitably inclined and you collect art, appreciated artwork can make one of the best charitable gifts from a

Do you own a vacation home? If you both rent it out and use it personally, you might save tax

If you’ve worked a lifetime to build a large estate, you undoubtedly would like to leave a lasting legacy to

If you dream of spending your golden years in a tropical paradise, a culture-rich European city or another foreign locale,

For many people, a family-owned business is their primary source of wealth, so it’s critical to plan carefully for the

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) created a new general business tax credit for certain businesses that grant their

On September 13, the House Ways and Means Committee passed three separate bills that will be the cornerstone of what

When married couples neglect to prepare an estate plan, state intestacy laws step in to help provide financial security for

Estate planning and investment risk management go hand in hand. After all, an estate plan is effective only if you

The S corporation business structure offers many advantages, including limited liability for owners and no double taxation (at least at

Now that the gift and estate tax exemption has reached a record high of $11.18 million (for 2018), it may

Many expenses that may qualify as miscellaneous itemized deductions are deductible only to the extent they exceed, in aggregate, 2%

If you go on a business trip within the United States and tack on some vacation days, you can deduct

For anyone who takes a spin at roulette, cries out “Bingo!” or engages in other wagering activities, it’s important to

Giving away assets during your life will help reduce the size of your taxable estate, which is beneficial if you

Last year a break valued by many charitably inclined retirees was made permanent: the charitable IRA rollover. If you’re age

The income tax credit for certain energy-efficient home improvements and equipment purchases was extended through 2016 by the Protecting Americans

Investing in mutual funds is an easy way to diversify a portfolio, which is one reason why they’re commonly found

Executives and other key employees are often compensated with more than just salary, fringe benefits and bonuses: They may also

As the school year draws to a close and the days lengthen, you may be one of the many homeowners

Many businesses host a picnic for employees in the summer. It’s a fun activity for your staff and you may

With health care costs continuing to climb, tax-friendly ways to pay for these expenses are more attractive than ever. Health

Are you thinking about turning a business trip into a family vacation this summer? This can be a great way