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Tax Calendar
April 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 196
Abstract: This calendar notes important tax deadlines for the second quarter of 2024.
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Payable-on-death accounts: Beneficial tools if used correctly
April 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 307
Abstract: Payable-on-death accounts can provide a quick, simple and inexpensive way to transfer assets outside of probate. They can be used for bank accounts, certificates of deposit and even brokerage accounts.
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4 ways corporate business owners can help ensure compensation is “reasonable”
April 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 442
Abstract: Owners of incorporated businesses know there’s a tax advantage to taking money out of a C corporation as compensation rather than as dividends. The reason: A corporation can deduct the salaries and bonuses that it pays executives, but not dividend payments. Therefore, if funds are paid as dividends, they’re taxed twice, once to the corporation and once to the recipient. Money paid out as compensation is taxed only once — to the employee who receives it.
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Is your business closing? Here are your final tax responsibilities
April 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 482
Abstract: Businesses shut down for many reasons, including the owner’s retirement, an expired lease, staffing shortages, partner conflicts and increased supply costs. Closing a business means taking care of various tax obligations that must be met. This article provides a rundown.
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Tax records: What can you toss and what should you keep?
April 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 634
Abstract: Generally, the IRS has three years to audit a tax return, from the later of the due date of the return, or the date the return is filed. But many exceptions exist that make it prudent to keep financial records even longer. Some states also have different records retention requirements. Here’s the lowdown on records retention, broken down by various types of documentation.
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The Child Tax Credit is still available
March 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 237
Abstract: Parents know that raising children is expensive. Although some of the enhancements of the Child Tax Credit (CTC) have expired, the credit is still available for eligible parents of children under age 17. Plus, there’s still time for taxpayers to claim the CTC on their 2023 tax returns, if they haven’t filed yet. This short article reviews the current rules.
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Have you recently reviewed your life insurance needs?
March 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 382
Abstract: At one time, life insurance played a much bigger role in estate planning than it does now. That’s because life insurance was needed to pay estate tax, which affected more people than it does now. With the federal gift and estate tax exemption now at $13.61 million for 2024, far fewer families must pay estate tax. Here’s how to evaluate your life insurance needs in light of circumstances today.
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Hiring? How to benefit from the Work Opportunity Tax Credit
March 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 457
Abstract: Businesses that are seeking to hire should be aware of a valuable tax credit for hiring individuals from one or more targeted groups. Employers can qualify for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), which is worth as much as $2,400 for most eligible employees ($4,800, $5,600 and $9,600 for certain veterans and $9,000 for long-term family assistance recipients). The credit is generally limited to eligible employees who begin work for the employer before January 1, 2026.
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Retirement saving options for your small business
March 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 595
Abstract: Business owners who wish to set up a retirement plan for themselves and their employees may be worried about the financial commitment and administrative burdens involved. This article looks first at a “simplified employee pension” (SEP). Small business owners who establish and contribute to a SEP by the due date of their 2023 tax returns can still see tax savings for 2023. A sidebar describes a second retirement saving option, which is a “savings incentive match plan for employees” or SIMPLE.
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There may still be time to lower your 2023 tax bill
February 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 278
Abstract: Taxpayers preparing to file tax returns for 2023 may still have an opportunity to lower their tax bills. Those who are eligible can make tax-deductible contributions to traditional IRAs right up until this year’s April 15 tax-filing deadline, and benefit from the tax savings on their 2023 returns.
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Tracking down donation substantiation
February 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 407
Abstract: To support a charitable deduction, taxpayers need to comply with IRS substantiation requirements. But what if the taxpayer never receives a letter from the charity substantiating a donation? This article explains the rules.
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How to secure a tax benefit with the QBI deduction
February 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 481
Abstract: The qualified business income (QBI) deduction, authorized by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), is available to owners of pass-through entities — such as S corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies (LLCs) — as well as self-employed individuals. This article highlights how the QBI deduction works and explains that it’s only available for a limited time, unless Congress takes further legislative action.
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Traveling for business in 2024? What’s deductible?
February 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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.