tax

Defer tax with a like-kind exchange

Do you want to sell commercial or investment real estate that has appreciated significantly? One way to defer a tax bill on the gain is with a Section 1031 “like-kind”…

Complete Your Estate Plan by Adding a Power of Attorney

As you create your estate plan, your main objectives likely revolve around your family, both current and future generations. Your goals may include reducing estate tax liability so that you…

Word to the Wise – File Your Taxes Electronically and Request Direct Deposit of Refunds or Pay Balance Due Online

This is the year to take the leap to e-file, to pay online, or request direct deposit of any refunds.  The IRS has an enormous backlog of mail, an incredible…

Business, the Remote Worker, and Taxes, Part I: Employee Withholding

Congratulations business owner! You’ve pivoted your business and learned how to keep your business going when your employees were ordered to stay at home. You have communicated with your clients…

Small Businesses: Cash in on Depreciation Tax Savers

As we approach the end of the year, it’s a good time to think about whether your business needs to buy business equipment and other depreciable property. If so, you…

How Series EE Savings Bonds are Taxed

Many people have Series EE savings bonds that were purchased many years ago. Perhaps they were given to your children as gifts or maybe you bought them yourself and put…

What Qualifies as a “Coronavirus-Related Distribution” from a Retirement Plan?

As you may have heard, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act allows “qualified” people to take a certain “coronavirus-related distribution” from their retirement plans without paying tax.…

When is Tax Due on Series EE Savings Bonds?

You may have Series EE savings bonds that were bought many years ago. Perhaps you store them in a file cabinet or safe deposit box and rarely think about them.…

Taking Distributions from Your Traditional IRA

If you’re like many people, you’ve worked hard to accumulate a large nest egg in your traditional IRA (including a SEP-IRA). It’s even more critical to carefully plan for withdrawals…

Your Teen, a Summer Job, & Taxes: What You Need to Know

When your teen joins the workforce, it can be a rewarding experience for both you and your teen. They gain some financial independence and learn some life lessons, and you…

The Tax Implications of Being a Winner

If you’re lucky enough to be a winner at gambling or the lottery, congratulations! After you celebrate, be ready to deal with the tax consequences of your good fortune. Winning…

The “Nanny Tax” Must be Paid for More Than Just Nannies

You may have heard of the “nanny tax.” But even if you don’t employ a nanny, it may apply to you. Hiring a housekeeper, gardener or other household employee (who…

Income Tax Withholding: Examine Your Withholding Allowances Today

If you receive paychecks from one or more employers, it’s a good idea to do an annual checkup to make sure the right amount of income tax is being withheld.…