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Six Tax Issues to Consider if You’re Getting Divorced
Divorce entails difficult personal issues, and taxes are probably the farthest thing from your mind. However, several tax concerns may need to be addressed to ensure that taxes are kept to a minimum and that important tax-related decisions are properly made.
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Planning Your Estate? Don’t Overlook Income Taxes
The current estate tax exemption amount ($13.61 million in 2024) has led many people to feel they no longer need to be concerned about federal estate tax.
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Certain Charitable Donations Allow You to Avoid Taxable IRA Withdrawals
If you’re a philanthropic individual who is also obligated to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from a traditional IRA, you may want to consider a tax-saving strategy. It involves making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD).
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What Might Be Ahead as Many Tax Provisions Are Scheduled to Expire?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which generally took effect in 2018, made sweeping changes. Many of its provisions are set to expire on December 31, 2025.
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Social Security Tax Update: How High Can It Go?
Employees, self-employed individuals and employers all pay Social Security tax, and the amounts can get bigger every year. And yet, many people don’t fully understand the Social Security tax they pay.
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If Your Business Has Co-owners, You Probably Need a Buy-Sell Agreement
Are you buying a business that will have one or more co-owners? Or do you already own one fitting that description? If so, consider installing a buy-sell agreement.
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Be Aware of the Tax Consequences of Selling Business Property
If you’re selling property used in your trade or business, you should understand the tax implications. There are many complex rules that can potentially apply.
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Consider Borrowing From Your Corporation, But Structure the Deal Carefully
If you own a closely held corporation, you can borrow funds from your business at rates that are lower than those charged by a bank. But it’s important to avoid certain risks and charge an adequate interest rate.
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When Do Valuable Gifts to Charity Require an Appraisal?
If you donate valuable items to charity and you want to deduct them on your tax return, you may be required to get an appraisal. The IRS requires donors and charitable organizations to supply certain information…
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