Tax & Business Alert
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Traveling for business in 2024? What’s deductible?
February 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 616
Abstract: For employers and their employees traveling for business this year, there are a number of considerations to keep in mind. Under the tax law, in order to claim deductions, certain requirements for out-of-town business travel within the United States must be met. The rules apply if the business conducted reasonably requires an overnight stay.
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Tax Calendar
January 2024
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 344
Abstract: This calendar notes important tax deadlines for the first quarter of 2024.
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One reason to file your 2023 tax return early
January 2024
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Word count: 248
Abstract: The IRS will soon announce the opening of the 2023 individual income tax return filing season. Even for taxpayers who don’t typically file until much closer to the April 15 deadline (or file for an extension), it’s a good idea to file earlier this year. Why? One major benefit is to protect against potential tax identity theft.
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Appraisals aren’t just for businesses anymore
January 2024
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Word count: 379
Abstract: Anyone in the process of making a retirement or estate plan, or who intends to donate property to charity, needs to know the value of their assets. For many hard-to-value items — such as closely held business interests, real estate, art or collectibles — an appraisal may be necessary.
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First-year bonus depreciation and Sec. 179 expensing: Beware of pitfalls
January 2024
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Word count: 395
Abstract: Many businesses are eligible for current tax write-offs for certain equipment purchases and building improvements. These write-offs can do wonders for cash flow, but whether to claim them isn’t always an easy decision. In some cases, there are advantages to choosing the regular depreciation rules. This article looks at a couple of examples to show why it’s critical to look at the big picture and develop a strategy that aligns with a company’s overall tax planning objectives.
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The advantages of using an LLC for your small business
January 2024
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Word count: 525
Abstract: If a small business is operated as a sole proprietorship, the owner may have thought about forming a limited liability company (LLC) to protect his or her assets. Or, if the owner is launching a new business, he or she may want to know what options are available for setting it up. This article explains the basics of operating as an LLC and why it might be a good choice for a small enterprise.
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3 strategies for handling estimated tax payments
December 2023
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Word count: 270
Abstract: Self-employed individuals, and those with income from interest, rent, dividends and other sources, generally must pay estimated tax payments throughout the year. Mishandling these payments could trigger penalties. This brief article offers three strategies for getting it right, and a reminder that the next due date for estimated taxes is coming up fast: January 16, 2024.
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Consider the flexibility of a self-directed IRA
December 2023
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Word count: 407
Abstract: Traditional and Roth IRAs can be relatively “safe” retirement-saving vehicles, depending on what they’re invested in. But one drawback is that they limit the account owner’s investment choices. A self-directed IRA provides more flexibility in investment choices but comes with greater risk as well.
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Education benefits help attract, retain and motivate your employees
December 2023
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Word count: 491
Abstract: One popular fringe benefit that an employer can offer is an education assistance program that allows employees to continue learning, and perhaps earn degrees, with financial help from the employer. A business can attract, retain and motivate employees by providing these benefits so that team members can improve their skills and gain additional knowledge. An employee can receive, on a tax-free basis, up to $5,250 each year from his or her employer under a “qualified educational assistance program.”
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Use the tax code to make business losses less painful
December 2023
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Word count: 550
Abstract: Whether a business is new or established, losses can happen. The federal tax code may help soften the blow by allowing businesses to apply losses to offset taxable income in future years, subject to certain limitations.
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Follow IRS Rules to Nail Down a Charitable Tax Deduction
November 2023
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Word count: 254
Abstract: For charitable donations of cash and property to be deductible, they must meet certain IRS criteria. This short article discusses some of the basic rules and explains how to determine if the charity is a qualified charitable organization.
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One-time thing: IRA to HSA transfers
November 2023
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Word count: 381
Abstract: Taxpayers who have IRAs and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can transfer funds directly from their IRAs to their HSAs, under certain conditions. This is a once-in-a-lifetime transfer, without penalties or taxes, intended to help taxpayers who are hit with high medical bills that exceed the balance in their HSAs.
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How to secure a business bad debt deduction
November 2023
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Word count: 503
Abstract: This brief article highlights how businesses may be able to secure bad debt deductions. This tax treatment isn’t automatic. A business must be able to show that the debt in question is worthless. The article explains the ins and outs of claiming a business bad debt for 2023.
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Is disability income taxable?
November 2023
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Word count: 548
Abstract: Many Americans receive disability income, and the question is often asked: Is it taxable? The short answer is: That depends on who paid for it. This article details how and when taxes may apply. A sidebar discusses how much disability coverage an individual may need.
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Tax Calendar
October 2023
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Word count: 293
Abstract: This calendar notes important tax deadlines for the fourth quarter of 2023.
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State taxes affect business sales, too
October 2023
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Word count: 306
Abstract: Business owners sometimes decide to put their companies on the market. When doing so, they may focus on the federal tax implications of a sale. But there will be state tax implications, too. This brief article touches on some key issues regarding state taxes.