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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
During the holiday season your thoughts likely turn to helping those in need by making charitable donations. Doing so will
Standard mileage rates decrease for 2017. The IRS announced that the optional mileage allowance for owned or leased autos, vans,
Year end is just about here. You know what that means, right? It’s a great time to settle in by
An alternative way to be charitable. Taxpayers who are at least 70½, who have IRAs and who wish to donate
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) save tax. The IRS reminds eligible employees to take advantage of employer health care FSAs in
A tried-and-true estate planning strategy is to make tax-free gifts to loved ones during life, because it reduces potential estate
The 2016 gift tax annual exclusion allows you to give up to $14,000 per recipient tax-free without using up any
If you limit how many vacation days employees can roll over to the new year, you might find your workplace
Get ready to file your tax return in 2017. The IRS announced that the 2017 tax filing season will begin
Be sure to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) by year end, if required. If you’ve reached age 70 1/2, take
There are some last-minute moves that may save you money on your 2016 taxes. 1) If you’re eligible for a
Congress Watch: U.S. House of Representatives prepares to adjourn. On Dec. 8, the House passed H.R. 2028, “Further Continuing and
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