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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)
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)
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)
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)
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.

Hire your children this summer: Everyone wins (May 29, 2019)
Are you a business owner with teenage or college-age children who constantly need money? Make them earn the money by hiring them. You can save taxes and reap other benefits.

IRS updates rules for personal use of employer-provided vehicles (May 21, 2019)
An attractive fringe benefit for some employees is an employer-provided vehicle that can be used for business and personal use. The IRS recently issued guidance on how to value the personal use of such vehicles to include the amount in an employee’s income.

Comparing internal and external audits (May 17, 2019)
Internal and external auditors provide complementary coverage of financial matters that can help you make informed business decisions. What’s the difference between them?

Selling your home? Consider these tax implications (May 16, 2019)
Are you selling your principal residence? You may be able to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 for married joint filers) of gain. Here are the tax rules for home sales.

Consider a Roth 401(k) plan — and make sure employees use it (May 15, 2019)
A Roth 401(k) can be a valuable retirement savings option to add to your company’s benefits package. But make sure employees use it.

Make health care decisions while you’re healthy (May 14, 2019)
Express your medical preferences in the event you become incapacitated using two key documents: a living will and a health care power of attorney.

Lean manufacturers: Reap the benefits of lean accounting (May 10, 2019)
How well are your lean improvement efforts working out? You probably won’t find the answer in your traditional financial statements. Here’s an accounting method that’s designed to complement lean manufacturing.
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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)
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)
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)
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)
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.

Hire your children this summer: Everyone wins (May 29, 2019)
Are you a business owner with teenage or college-age children who constantly need money? Make them earn the money by hiring them. You can save taxes and reap other benefits.

IRS updates rules for personal use of employer-provided vehicles (May 21, 2019)
An attractive fringe benefit for some employees is an employer-provided vehicle that can be used for business and personal use. The IRS recently issued guidance on how to value the personal use of such vehicles to include the amount in an employee’s income.

Comparing internal and external audits (May 17, 2019)
Internal and external auditors provide complementary coverage of financial matters that can help you make informed business decisions. What’s the difference between them?

Selling your home? Consider these tax implications (May 16, 2019)
Are you selling your principal residence? You may be able to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 for married joint filers) of gain. Here are the tax rules for home sales.

Consider a Roth 401(k) plan — and make sure employees use it (May 15, 2019)
A Roth 401(k) can be a valuable retirement savings option to add to your company’s benefits package. But make sure employees use it.

Make health care decisions while you’re healthy (May 14, 2019)
Express your medical preferences in the event you become incapacitated using two key documents: a living will and a health care power of attorney.

Lean manufacturers: Reap the benefits of lean accounting (May 10, 2019)
How well are your lean improvement efforts working out? You probably won’t find the answer in your traditional financial statements. Here’s an accounting method that’s designed to complement lean manufacturing.
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