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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
Like many business owners, you might also own highly appreciated business or investment real estate. Fortunately, there’s an effective tax
Yes, there’s still time to make 2016 contributions to your IRA. The deadline for such contributions is April 18, 2017.
Although probate can be time consuming and expensive, perhaps its biggest downside is that it’s public — anyone who’s interested
The federal income tax filing deadline for calendar-year partnerships, S corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) treated as partnerships or
It’s not uncommon for adult children to help support their aging parents. If you’re in this position, you might qualify
Estate planning isn’t just about what happens to your assets after you die. It’s also about protecting yourself and your
Most business owners spend a lifetime building their business. And when it comes to succession, they face the difficult decision
Many business owners are accustomed to running the whole show. But as your company grows, you’ll likely be better off
Some business owners make major decisions by relying on gut instinct. But investments made on a “hunch” often fall short
As you file your 2016 return and plan your charitable giving for 2017, it’s important to keep in mind the
Rather than keeping track of the actual cost of operating a vehicle, employees and self-employed taxpayers can use a standard
Because restricted gifts have stringent rules attached, they can be difficult for not-for-profits to manage and account for. How, then,
A living trust is one of the most versatile estate planning tools available. It offers a streamlined way to manage
Now is a good time to review your business’s expenses for deductibility. Accelerating deductible expenses into this year generally will
When creating a will, most people focus on the big-ticket items — including who gets the house, the car and
Saving taxes probably isn’t your primary reason for supporting your favorite charities. But tax deductions can be a valuable added
If you pay more than $10,000 in state and local taxes (SALT), a provision of the One Big Beautiful Bill
Making sure your family will be able to locate your estate planning documents when needed is one of the most
Now is the time of year when taxpayers search for last-minute moves to reduce their federal income tax liability. Adding
The IRS recently issued its 2026 cost-of-living adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act
If you’re considering guaranteeing, or are asked to guarantee, a loan to your closely held corporation, it’s important to understand
Life insurance is often a cornerstone of estate planning, providing liquidity to cover estate taxes, debts or other obligations. However,
Are you age 50 or older? You’ve earned the right to supercharge your retirement savings with extra “catch-up” contributions to
Among its numerous tax provisions, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) reinstated immediate deductions for research and experimental (R&E)