Divorce Cases: Active versus Passive Appreciation
It's common in divorce cases for an interest in a closely held business or professional practice to be the marital estate's most valuable asset. In many states, when the [...]
Make the Most of the General Business Credit
Tax credits are far more valuable than tax deductions. Unlike a deduction, which reduces a business's taxable income, a credit reduces the business's tax liability dollar for dollar. Tax [...]
Cost Segregation Studies Can Reveal Substantial Tax Savings
Businesses that own commercial real property may be sitting on an overlooked treasure chest of tax savings — and a cost segregation study can be the key to unlocking [...]
Update on the First-Year Depreciation Tax Rules for Businesses
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) included favorable changes to the federal income tax rules for depreciating business assets. And there are annual inflation adjustments to keep track [...]
Parents: Claim All the Tax Credits You’re Entitled To
Raising a family comes with plenty of expenses, but it may also make you eligible for various tax breaks. Some of the most valuable are tax credits, because they [...]
Navigate the Tax Rules for Boats and RVs
Will you be cruising the waters on your boat or camping out in your RV this year? Besides the pleasure you can enjoy through your personal property, you may also [...]
How the Social Security Wage Base Will Affect Your Payroll Taxes in 2026
The 2026 Social Security wage base has been released. What’s the tax impact on employees and the self-employed? Let’s take a look. FICA tax 101 The Federal Insurance Contributions [...]
Small Business Tax Planning Tips
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which became law on July 4, 2025, includes many favorable changes that will help small businesses and their owners. But it's not [...]
Favorable Business Depreciation Tax Changes Under New Law
There's good news for businesses considering buying equipment and other capital assets: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) dramatically improves first-year depreciation tax breaks. Here's what you need [...]
Hiring independent contractors? Make sure you’re doing it right
Many businesses turn to independent contractors to help manage costs, especially during times of staffing shortages and inflation. If you’re among them, ensuring these workers are properly classified for [...]
Operating as a C corporation: Weigh the Benefits and Drawbacks
When deciding on the best structure for your business, one option to consider is a C corporation. This entity offers several advantages and disadvantages that may significantly affect your business [...]
What Can Your Small Business Do Now to Lower Taxes for 2024?
Summer is a good time to take stock of how your small business is doing this year and consider options for reducing your 2024 federal income tax bill. Thankfully, it [...]
Personal Use of Corporate Jets: Flying Below the IRS’s Radar
The IRS has announced a new audit initiative targeting the personal use of business aircraft. Some businesses took advantage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act's generous bonus depreciation provision [...]
Tax Credit Cuts Price of Home Energy Audits
Homeowners have long been rewarded with favorable tax treatment for making energy-efficient improvements. The Inflation Reduction Act, enacted in 2022, expands the tax credit for qualified energy-efficient improvements to help [...]
A three-step strategy to save tax when selling appreciated vacant land
Let’s say you own one or more vacant lots. The property has appreciated greatly and you’re ready to sell. Or maybe you have a parcel of appreciated land that [...]