Are you planning to make substantial renovations to your home? You may be adding a deck or patio, finishing a basement or attic or installing a pool. Despite some changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) that may discourage homeowners, you can still realize generous tax benefits for home improvements.
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Thursday, July 2, 2020
Thursday, July 2, 2020
Economic fallout from the COVID-19 crisis will cause many rental real estate properties to run up tax losses in 2020 — and possibly beyond. Here's a summary of important federal income tax rules for such losses.
Thursday, July 2, 2020
During the COVID-19 crisis, you may want to loan money to a family member in need of financial assistance. However, before writing out a check, you should review the federal tax rules to ensure that you're making a tax-smart loan. The good news is that now is generally an advantageous time to lend money to family members.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
When a divorce happens, there are often major financial consequences and some important tax issues too. Here are the tax rules that generally apply when a couple's assets are split up in a divorce property settlement.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
Naturally you care about the health and safety of your employees, and don't need a federal agency to tell you that you should be concerned. Still, it's helpful to know what the overall position of the Occupational Health and Safety Administration's (OSHA) is on COVID-19. In a recent "alert," OSHA urged employers to take the following three steps:
Thursday, June 18, 2020
During the COVID-19 crisis, some key tax deadlines were postponed until July 15, 2020. If your business and/or personal federal income tax return is still awaiting completion, you may have significant retroactive tax-planning flexibility. The same holds true for individuals who own interests in pass-through business entities and haven't yet filed their personal tax returns. Here's what business owners need to know.
Thursday, June 4, 2020
Will you be cruising the waters on your boat or camping out in your RV this year? Besides the pleasure you can enjoy through your personal property, you may also be eligible for tax breaks, if certain requirements are met.
Thursday, June 4, 2020
Many family businesses have been adversely affected by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. But there's a silver lining: Proactive tax planning can help your family business take advantage of potential opportunities in the COVID-19 era. Here are some tax-smart ideas to consider.
Thursday, June 4, 2020
The Small Business Administrator Jovita Carranza and U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin recently announced that recipients of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $2 million or more should expect an audit if they apply for loan forgiveness. Here are some tips to position your small business or not-for-profit organization to receive the maximum allowable forgiveness, as well as to prepare for the subsequent government audit.
Thursday, May 21, 2020
It's difficult for many people to write off medical expenses because of the limits imposed under the tax laws. But you may qualify by including every expense allowed. Some of the qualified procedures may surprise you.
