What tax documents can you safely shred? And which ones should you keep?
Once your 2024 tax return is in the hands of the IRS, you may be tempted to clear out file cabinets and delete digital folders. But before reaching for [...]
Tying the Knot With Another Company
Acquiring another company and merging it with your business can be the most efficient way to grow. But many acquisitions don't pay off and it's often management issues — [...]
Claiming Bad Debt Loss Deductions
The issue of individual taxpayers deducting bad debt losses has historically been a source of tension with the IRS. Here's what you need to know to get the best [...]
An Essential Tax Deadline Approaching
Tuesday, April 15 is the deadline for filing your 2024 tax return. But another tax deadline is coming up the same day, and it’s essential for certain taxpayers. It’s [...]
Do You Qualify for “Head of Household” Tax Filing Status
When we prepare your tax return, we’ll check one of the following filing statuses: single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, head of household or qualifying widow(er). Only some [...]
401 (k) Plan Catch-Up Contributions
How big is your retirement nest egg? Too often, people sacrifice retirement savings to afford a bigger home, cover emergency expenses or pay for their children's education. But time [...]
Deduct a Loss From Making a Personal Loan to a Relative or Friend
Suppose your adult child or friend needs to borrow money. Maybe it’s to buy a first home or address a cash flow problem. You may want to help by [...]
Planning for the Future: 5 Business Succession Options and Their Tax Implications
When it’s time to consider your business’s future, succession planning can protect your legacy and successfully set up the next generation of leaders or owners. Whether you’re ready to [...]
Federal Tax News for Individuals
Taxes can affect your passport Seriously delinquent tax debt (SDTD) could put your passport at risk (unless an exception applies). SDTD is a legally enforceable, unpaid federal tax assessment. [...]
Riding the Tax Break Train: Maximizing Employee Transportation Fringe Benefits
There are some nice tax breaks for transportation-related employee fringe benefits. If your employer offers these tax-favored fringes, you should probably take advantage of them by signing up. Here’s [...]
Dispelling 10 Federal Tax Myths and Misconceptions
In the complex world of federal taxes, myths and misconceptions can lead to costly mistakes and missed opportunities — especially for business owners and high-net-worth individuals. Here's a look [...]
Excess Business Loss
If an individual taxpayer has substantial business losses, unfavorable federal income tax rules can potentially come into play. Here’s what you need to know as you assess your 2024 [...]
How to Trim Your 2024 Taxes by Contributing to a Retirement Plan in 2025
Many types of retirement plans allow contributions to be made after year end. And last-minute retirement contributions can be a powerful strategy: You can lower your 2024 taxes while [...]
Can I Itemize Deductions On My Tax Return?
You may wonder if you can claim itemized deductions on your tax return. Perhaps you made charitable contributions and were told in the past they couldn’t be claimed because [...]
A Deduction for Energy-Efficient Buildings Has Been Enhanced
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which was enacted in 2022, significantly enhanced the Section 179D deduction for energy-efficient commercial building improvements. The enhancements are for improvements placed in service [...]