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Breaking News: The IRS Has Just Updated Their Position Related to Denying or Paying Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Claims
Finance, Finance Tips, Small Business, Tax CreditsArticle Highlights:
IRS's Current Position on ERC Claims
High-Risk Claims
Medium-Risk Claims
Low-Risk Claims
Availability of a Voluntary Withdrawal Program
Businesses with Unprocessed Claims
Businesses with Uncashed Refund…
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Keep More of Your Money: Top 12 Tax Strategies for the High-Net-Worth
Finance, Finance Tips, Financial PlanningHigh-net-worth individuals face unique challenges in managing their wealth, particularly when minimizing tax liabilities. Our firm offers expert guidance that will help you keep more of your money year after year.
Whether you own rental properties…
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Think Twice Before Tossing: The Critical Timing for Disposing of Your Tax Records Safely
Finance Tips, Financial Planning Article Highlights:
Why We Keep Records
Audit Defense
Amending Returns
Claiming Refunds
Tax Basis
Duration for Keeping Tax Records
Federal Statute of Limitations on Tax Refunds
Tax Return Omissions
Indefinite…
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Secure Your Child's Financial Future: The Importance of Establishing Custodial Accounts Early
Finance Tips, Financial PlanningAs parents, ensuring the financial security of our children is paramount. One effective tool for this is a custodial account, a financial mechanism designed to hold and protect assets for minors until they reach adulthood. In this article, we…
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5 Essential Personal Finance Tips Every Millennial Should Know
Finance, Finance Tips, Financial PlanningAs Millennials continue to navigate their financial journeys, understanding key tax and personal finance topics is crucial for achieving long-term prosperity. In this article, we'll explore some of the most important issues facing Millennials…
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Don’t Miss Out on Your Employer’s Flexible Spending Benefits
Finance Tips, Health InsuranceArticle Highlights:
Health Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)
Benefits of an FSA
Qualifying for an FSA
Contributions to an FSA
Amount of Contribution
Distributions From an FSA
Qualified Care Expenses
Qualified Medical…
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Financial Resolutions: A Guide to Kickstart Your Best Money Year Yet
Finance Tips, Financial Planning, SavingsA guide to kickstart your best money year yet.
This article will guide you through essential financial resolutions to set the tone for your best money year yet.
As the calendar turns to a new year, many of us reflect on the past and set…
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Find Lost Money
Finance TipsArticle Highlights:
What is unclaimed property?
How can you find unclaimed property?
Is the unclaimed property you find taxable?
What are your chances of finding unclaimed property in your name?
Unclaimed property refers to…
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Financial Planning for All Ages
Finance Tips, Financial PlanningAre you wondering where the world economy is going and how your personal finances will stand up to the changes? If so, you are not alone. Part of the fun of being on this planet is planning for the future even when it’s not clear what…
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Divorced, Separated, Married or Widowed This Year? Unpleasant Surprises May Await You at Tax Time
Finance Tips, Tax Planning, Tax Tips Article Highlights:
Separated Taxpayers
Divorced Taxpayers
Recently Married Taxpayers
Widowed Taxpayers
Filing Status
Joint and Several Liability
Who Claims the Children
Alimony
Community Property States
Affordable…