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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,
If you’re divorcing, it’s important to review your estate plan as early as possible, for two reasons: First, you may
We’ve reached the middle of the calendar year. So how are things going for your business? Conversationally you might say,
The U.S. Senate has passed, and President Trump is expected to sign into law, a broad package of reforms aimed
Is your business hiring this summer? If the employees come from certain “targeted groups,” you may be eligible for the
You’ve probably seen or heard ads urging you to donate your car to charity. “Make a difference and receive tax
The record-high exemption amount currently in effect means that fewer families are affected by gift and estate taxes. As a
Can your business become more profitable without venturing out of its comfort zone? Of course! However, adding new products or
Many employers believe they’ve taken adequate steps to prevent employment discrimination. And yet, it happens. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
If federal income tax and employment taxes (including Social Security) are withheld from employees’ paychecks and not handed over to
Life insurance has long provided a source of liquidity to pay estate taxes and other expenses. But, with the estate
When you retire, you may consider moving to another state — say, for the weather or to be closer to
When you retire, you may consider moving to another state — say, for the weather or to be closer to