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Are Energy-Efficient Home Improvement Rebates Taxable?

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) expanded several existing tax incentives — and created some new ones — for homeowners who “go green.” Among the new incentives are two IRA-funded Department…

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Undoing an ILIT Is Possible in Certain Situations

Owning a life insurance policy can provide peace of mind that your family’s financial well-being will be taken care of after you’re gone. It’s generally a good idea to set…

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A Captive Can Reduce Your Insurance Costs – And Your Tax Bill

In the current business environment, many companies are finding it difficult — or prohibitively expensive — to secure the insurance coverage they need. One solution that may be worth exploring…

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Reasons an LLC Might Be the Ideal Choice for Your Small to Medium-Size Business

Choosing the right business entity is a key decision for any business. The entity you pick can affect your tax bill, your personal liability and other issues. For many businesses,…

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Navigating Tax Complexities: Craft Partnership Agreements and LLC Operating Agreements With Precision

Partnerships are often used for business and investment activities. So are multi-member LLCs that are treated as partnerships for tax purposes. A major reason is that these entities offer federal…

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Cash or Accrual Accounting: What’s Best for Tax Purposes?

Your businesses may have a choice between using the cash or accrual method of accounting for tax purposes. The cash method often provides significant tax benefits for those that qualify.…

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IRS Launches Second Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure Program for 2021

The IRS has unveiled a new opportunity for businesses to correct improper Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims made for the 2021 tax period. The second Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure…

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Understanding Taxes on Real Estate Gains

Let’s say you own real estate that has been held for more than one year and is sold for a taxable gain. Perhaps this gain comes from indirect ownership of…

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The Possible Tax Landscape for Businesses in the Future

Get ready: The upcoming presidential and congressional elections may significantly alter the tax landscape for businesses in the United States. The reason has to do with a tax law that’s…

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Tax Tips: July/August 2024

Start tax planning for 2026 Many tax-related changes made by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) are scheduled to expire at the end of 2025. Beginning in 2026, among…

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