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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
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
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