With its many changes to individual tax rates, brackets and breaks, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) means taxpayers need to revisit their tax planning strategies. Certain strategies that were once tried-and-true will no longer save or defer tax. But there are some that will hold up for...
There is nothing more fulfilling than to help others by giving. If you are like most people who donate, it is important that you are not only charitable but also wise. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) gives anyone a tax break for providing donations to qualified charities. And so,...
In many parts of the country, summer is peak season for selling a home. If you’re planning to put your home on the market soon, you’re probably thinking about things like how quickly it will sell and how much you’ll get for it. But don’t neglect to consider the...
Navigating the US tax system can be a daunting task especially if you are not a citizen of the United States. Whether you are a resident in the US or an expat working in the US, it is important to know how the tax system works. Failure to understand...
Casualty Losses can Provide a 2017 Deduction, but rules tighten for 2018 If you suffered damage to your home or personal property last year, you may be able to deduct these “casualty” losses on your 2017 federal income tax return. For 2018 through 2025, however, the Tax Cuts and...
In this world where many people love doing DIY, there are certain jobs wherein the DIY approach is not advisable and one of them is to do your business tax. Filing for your business tax should be left alone to the experts due to the complexity of the federal...
Estate planning is very important in securing your family’s financial stability especially when you are gone. Unfortunately, so many people do not plan their estate, and this takes a toll on their surviving heirs on how they are to divide and distribute personal properties, investments, and benefits. With estate...
The reality is that most people stop thinking about their taxes once they have filed their tax return. The problem with not planning for your taxes is that tracing back your expenses might be a difficult task for the next tax season. Setting up a smart record keeping system...
For some business owners, especially those operating small businesses, hiring an accountant, or more specifically a tax accountant, may feel like an unnecessary expense. Here are some reasons why this is a financial fallacy:
Every business owner wants to cut costs, but wouldn’t it be great if they could also improve the environment. In addition to energy savings, there are some great tax incentives for converting your energy source to solar. Loan programs are also available to help businesses make this change.
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