Retiring In 2019
Retiring soon? Congratulations! Certain changes in the tax code affect your income taxes as you retire, including healthcare deductions and Social Security distributions. If you’re a business owner, other changes can affect how you plan your succession and the potential sale of your business. Below are some considerations that could determine how much of your […]
When A Loan Triggers A Tax Debt
Funds received as proceeds of a loan aren’t taxable as long as you’re expected to pay it back. However, the moment some or all of the debt is forgiven (and doesn’t need to be paid back), the IRS will jump in and want its cut. Don’t be caught off-guard by unexpected income taxes when this […]
YOU are not your business
When it’s time to sell your business, you might discover you’re tied too much of yourself into it. Your money, assets—even your reputation—can be so entwined in the business that they’re difficult to separate. Unwinding those ties can be costly and confusing. Save yourself the trouble and consider the following areas to address while creating […]
Unlucky Tax Strategies That Don’t Work
Have you ever heard about a tax strategy you thought was so crazy, it just might work? Here’s what we can tell you: If it’s illegal, the IRS has seen it before, and it’s only a matter of time before they catch on. Before you try your luck, let’s honor St. Patrick’s Day by looking […]
More Lessons On Jury Awards Taxed As Ordinary Income
A recent court ruling held that a jury award of tort damages (including interest) that a cattle and dairy farmer received in a stray voltage lawsuit were ordinary income which should have been included in the farmer’s taxable income; thereby increasing his taxes. An important lesson in this case includes the tax price of winning […]
Don’t Overlook The R&D Tax Deduction
Maybe you’ve been challenged to build stronger, lighter, faster, or more environmentally friendly, energy efficient, or automation-enabled. Perhaps the architectural design of the home is unique and requires outside-the-box building techniques or materials. Or maybe you’re building near an Interstate and have a new idea for sound-proofing. Click To View
The Skinny On Offshore Accounts
You’ve likely heard the term “offshore accounts” – perhaps holding your money in one has been recommended to you before. The name may conjure images of the Swiss Alps or a sandy Caribbean beach since Switzerland and the Cayman Island are two popular hubs for the financial vehicles. But what is an offshore account? Are […]