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4 negative outcomes of jointly owning property with a family member (July 8, 2019)

4 negative outcomes of jointly owning property with a family member (July 8, 2019)

Don’t be caught off guard by the estate planning pitfalls of jointly owning property with loved ones.
Donating your vehicle to charity may not be a taxwise decision (July 2, 2019)

Donating your vehicle to charity may not be a taxwise decision (July 2, 2019)

A tax deduction isn’t the only reason for donating a vehicle to charity. But if you’re counting on one, make sure you understand the rules. You may wind up with a small deduction or none at all.
Ease itemized deduction limitations using a nongrantor trust (June 27, 2019)

Ease itemized deduction limitations using a nongrantor trust (June 27, 2019)

Nongrantor trusts are gaining popularity, as current estate planning objectives have moved from limiting estate tax liability to reducing income taxes. Learn why.
If your kids are off to day camp, you may be eligible for a tax break (June 26, 2019)

If your kids are off to day camp, you may be eligible for a tax break (June 26, 2019)

If you meet certain requirements, you may be eligible for a tax break on summer day camp expenses you pay for your child. Here is a rundown of the rules.
Congress acts to reform the IRS, enhance taxpayer protections (June 20, 2019)

Congress acts to reform the IRS, enhance taxpayer protections (June 20, 2019)

The Taxpayer First Act is a wide-ranging IRS reform bill that also includes various other provisions that protect taxpayers’ rights. Here are the details.
Could you unearth hidden profits in your company? (June 19, 2019)

Could you unearth hidden profits in your company? (June 19, 2019)

Unbeknownst to us, many a valuable thing may lie just beneath our feet. So it goes for businesses, which can discover unseen profits through savvy strategic planning.
You have options when addressing life insurance in your estate plan (June 13, 2019)

You have options when addressing life insurance in your estate plan (June 13, 2019)

What factors should figure into your decision on who should own your life insurance policy?
Hiring this summer? You may qualify for a valuable tax credit (June 12, 2019)

Hiring this summer? You may qualify for a valuable tax credit (June 12, 2019)

New hires from certain disadvantaged “targeted” groups may qualify your business for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit. Here’s an overview of this potentially valuable tax break, including how it’s calculated.
Thinking about moving to another state in retirement? Don’t forget about taxes (June 6, 2019)

Thinking about moving to another state in retirement? Don’t forget about taxes (June 6, 2019)

Many people dream of retiring to another state to take advantage of warm weather or to be close to loved ones. Before you call the moving truck, consider the impact of state and local taxes.
Charitable lead trusts offer philanthropic and family benefits (June 5, 2019)

Charitable lead trusts offer philanthropic and family benefits (June 5, 2019)

Does achieving two goals with one estate planning vehicle sound good to you? If so, a charitable lead trust might be right for your family.
Employers: Be aware (or beware) of a harsh payroll tax penalty (June 4, 2019)

Employers: Be aware (or beware) of a harsh payroll tax penalty (June 4, 2019)

If payroll taxes withheld from employees’ paychecks aren’t remitted to the federal government, a severe tax penalty can be personally imposed on “responsible” individuals.
IRS wheels out additional guidance on company cars (May 30, 2019)

IRS wheels out additional guidance on company cars (May 30, 2019)

If your business has placed (or will place) passenger automobiles (including light trucks and vans) into service for 2019, listen up! The IRS recently has released depreciation limits for these vehicles.
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4 negative outcomes of jointly owning property with a family member (July 8, 2019)

4 negative outcomes of jointly owning property with a family member (July 8, 2019)

Don’t be caught off guard by the estate planning pitfalls of jointly owning property with loved ones.
Donating your vehicle to charity may not be a taxwise decision (July 2, 2019)

Donating your vehicle to charity may not be a taxwise decision (July 2, 2019)

A tax deduction isn’t the only reason for donating a vehicle to charity. But if you’re counting on one, make sure you understand the rules. You may wind up with a small deduction or none at all.
Ease itemized deduction limitations using a nongrantor trust (June 27, 2019)

Ease itemized deduction limitations using a nongrantor trust (June 27, 2019)

Nongrantor trusts are gaining popularity, as current estate planning objectives have moved from limiting estate tax liability to reducing income taxes. Learn why.
If your kids are off to day camp, you may be eligible for a tax break (June 26, 2019)

If your kids are off to day camp, you may be eligible for a tax break (June 26, 2019)

If you meet certain requirements, you may be eligible for a tax break on summer day camp expenses you pay for your child. Here is a rundown of the rules.
Congress acts to reform the IRS, enhance taxpayer protections (June 20, 2019)

Congress acts to reform the IRS, enhance taxpayer protections (June 20, 2019)

The Taxpayer First Act is a wide-ranging IRS reform bill that also includes various other provisions that protect taxpayers’ rights. Here are the details.
Could you unearth hidden profits in your company? (June 19, 2019)

Could you unearth hidden profits in your company? (June 19, 2019)

Unbeknownst to us, many a valuable thing may lie just beneath our feet. So it goes for businesses, which can discover unseen profits through savvy strategic planning.
You have options when addressing life insurance in your estate plan (June 13, 2019)

You have options when addressing life insurance in your estate plan (June 13, 2019)

What factors should figure into your decision on who should own your life insurance policy?
Hiring this summer? You may qualify for a valuable tax credit (June 12, 2019)

Hiring this summer? You may qualify for a valuable tax credit (June 12, 2019)

New hires from certain disadvantaged “targeted” groups may qualify your business for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit. Here’s an overview of this potentially valuable tax break, including how it’s calculated.
Thinking about moving to another state in retirement? Don’t forget about taxes (June 6, 2019)

Thinking about moving to another state in retirement? Don’t forget about taxes (June 6, 2019)

Many people dream of retiring to another state to take advantage of warm weather or to be close to loved ones. Before you call the moving truck, consider the impact of state and local taxes.
Charitable lead trusts offer philanthropic and family benefits (June 5, 2019)

Charitable lead trusts offer philanthropic and family benefits (June 5, 2019)

Does achieving two goals with one estate planning vehicle sound good to you? If so, a charitable lead trust might be right for your family.
Employers: Be aware (or beware) of a harsh payroll tax penalty (June 4, 2019)

Employers: Be aware (or beware) of a harsh payroll tax penalty (June 4, 2019)

If payroll taxes withheld from employees’ paychecks aren’t remitted to the federal government, a severe tax penalty can be personally imposed on “responsible” individuals.
IRS wheels out additional guidance on company cars (May 30, 2019)

IRS wheels out additional guidance on company cars (May 30, 2019)

If your business has placed (or will place) passenger automobiles (including light trucks and vans) into service for 2019, listen up! The IRS recently has released depreciation limits for these vehicles.
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