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  • The New Era of “No Tax” Policies: Selective Tax Exemptions and Their Side Effects

    Posted Date October 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min read Former President and current candidate Donald Trump introduced a new policy of his in a recent Arizona rally: No more income tax on overtime pay. This follows both Trump and Vice President Harris’ proposal for a no income tax on tips policy, as well. Below we will look at the two recent proposals and what they could mean for both taxpayers and businesses. No Tax on Tips The no tax on tips policy looks to lighten the tax burden on service industry workers. According to the Fair Labor and Standards Act, anyone who “customarily and... View Article

  • Important Update on New Company Reporting Laws CTA – BOI

    Posted Date September 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min read On Jan. 1, 2024, the U.S. government debuted the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This legislation established the requirement for the majority of private companies, both big and small, to file information with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). As with most new laws, the initial guidance and interpretations have been both challenged and questioned. In response, FinCEN recently turned out new FAQs, which we review below. Big Question First: To Report or Not Reporting is generally required by all private, for-profit entities. This includes corporations, LLCs, S-Corps, etc., whenever the company was created by filing... View Article

  • Are You Ready for Major Tax Changes in 2026?

    Posted Date August 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min read The enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2017 brought with it major changes to the tax code on both personal and business levels. While many taxpayers have not only enjoyed but come to see these tax provisions as normal over the past seven years, many provisions of the TCJA are set to expire at the end of 2025. This makes 2026 and beyond potentially a very different tax landscape than the one we operate in today. This article reviews main provisions of the TCJA that could be affected and what it... View Article

  • So, You’ve Been Audited: Should You Go It Alone or Hire a CPA, EA or Tax Professional?

    Posted Date July 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 3 min read I sincerely hope you have never had to go through an IRS audit – and never have to in the future. But what if that dark day does arrive? Should you go it alone and defend yourself or hire a CPA, EA, or Tax Professional to be on your side? The temptation to handle this alone is usually prompted by one of two things. First, the notion is that this is not such a big deal. Other times, people think if they handle it themselves, they will save money. Unfortunately, neither of these are good... View Article

  • Marrying a Non-U.S. Citizen? No Tax Honeymoon for You

    Posted Date June 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min read Marriage is a major life event. One that comes with all kinds of change, including financial. After getting married, there is so much to consider, from merging bank and brokerage accounts to setting up a will; from changing your withholding to updating retirement account beneficiary forms. If this seems like a lot to consider, it’s important to keep in mind that when a U.S. citizen marries a non-U.S. citizen, the situation gets even more complex. Among some of the more complex tax considerations of mixed citizenship marriages are gift and estate taxes, which we will... View Article

  • ‘Master’ The Augusta Rule and Save Money on Your Taxes

    Posted Date May 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 3 min read Anyone who lives in a highly seasonal tourist destination knows you can make money on short-term rentals during events and festivities in your city or town. Think high concentration, short-term, tourist-driven events such as horse racing season in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., or The Masters Tournament in Augusta, Ga. As a result, it is common for locals to get out of dodge and rent out their place during these highly lucrative periods. Typically, this is just for a very brief period while they are on vacation somewhere else themselves, for instance. Given these circumstances, Congress realized... View Article

  • Reduce Your Taxes by Putting the Right Assets in Your IRA

    Posted Date April 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 5 min read Most people know the basic concept that certain types of investment accounts are tax sheltered while others are not. Think 401(k), 403(b), IRA and Roth IRA accounts, for example. What most people are not aware of is how you split your investment positions between your taxable and non-taxable accounts can result in major tax savings. Asset Allocation and Location One of the core principles of investing is to have an appropriate asset allocation that aligns with your risk tolerance and goals. In other words, how much of your investable net worth is in cash, stocks,... View Article

  • U.S. Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Begins

    Posted Date March 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min read The U.S. Treasury recently enacted a new reporting requirement aimed at quashing illicit financial transactions. The agency believes that corporate anonymity is enabling money laundering, terrorism, and drug trafficking. As part of the 2021 Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), certain companies are now required to report information about their beneficial owners. The goal of the new registration requirements is to create a centralized database of beneficial ownership information. There has been push-back from some lawmakers and small business organizations, citing this as an erroneous regulatory process that just makes life harder for small businesses. Efforts to... View Article

  • How to be Your Tax Pro’s Favorite Client this Tax Season

    Posted Date February 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min read Why on earth, you may ask yourself, would I care about being a good client to my tax prep professional? I mean, you are a paying client, and aside from treating them with the same decency and respect that you would show any other random person, who cares – right? Wrong! What’s in it for me? Honestly, it’s simply in your own best interest to be a good client. Maintaining a positive relationship with your tax professional can benefit you in numerous ways. Your tax preparer bills you in one of three ways: a flat... View Article

  • IRS Plans to Shake Up Leadership

    Posted Date January 1, 2024 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 3 min read The top leadership in the IRS is set to change. IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel believes the changes are needed for the agency to meet its new goals. He aims to create greater flexibility and efficiency over the agency by streamlining internal processes. The changes also are needed, in his view, to adapt to the evolving landscape around tax administration – which has undergone changes due to new tax laws and technology. What Are the Changes? Changes to the organizational structure include reducing the Deputy Commissioner post to a single position (there are currently two); as... View Article

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