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Audit preparation should begin long before fieldwork starts. Giving your accounting team and external auditor time to address significant transactions,
Fraud risks change as your business and its external market conditions evolve. Controls that were previously effective may no longer
Now is a good time to review your business’s expenses for deductibility. Accelerating deductible expenses into this year generally will
Planning for the end of life is never easy, but including your funeral and memorial wishes in your estate plan
Year-round tax planning generally produces the best results, but there are some steps you can still take in December to
Beginning in 2026, taxpayers in the top federal income tax bracket will see their itemized deductions reduced. If you’re at
A qualified terminable interest property (QTIP) trust can be a valuable estate planning tool if you have a blended family.
If you have a flexible spending account (FSA) through your employer to help pay for health or dependent care expenses,
Just because it’s December doesn’t mean it’s too late to reduce your 2025 tax liability. Consider implementing one or more
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
Many parents don’t know that the so-called “kiddie tax” exists. Others assume it affects only minor children. But it also
A properly structured grantor retained annuity trust (GRAT) can be a powerful tool for those with estates large enough that
If you participate in a company 401(k) plan, you already know that you can make pre-tax contributions up to the
Do you hold assets such as overseas real estate, foreign bank accounts or investments in international markets? Properly addressing foreign
Your estate plan should be flexible enough to adapt to changing laws, family circumstances and financial situations. If it includes
If you run your business as a C corporation, you may be eligible for a potentially significant tax break for
Would you like your estate plan to support your favorite charity and leave a legacy for your family? Two trust
The passive activity loss (PAL) rules may limit your ability to deduct losses from a business structured as a limited
Yes, the April 15 tax deadline is now behind us. But there are also deadlines during the rest of the
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have become increasingly popular among individuals and families who want to simplify their charitable giving while maximizing
With the April 15 tax filing deadline in the rearview mirror, you’re likely to turn your attention to other things.
When most people think about estate planning, they focus primarily on tangible assets, such as real estate, investments and personal