Tax Articles
COVID-19 Tax Relief: Roundup of Postponed Federal Tax Deadlines
Posted by Cheryl A. Jankowski on June 26, 2020
Many taxpayers are confused about which federal tax filing and payment deadlines have been postponed by the IRS — and there certainly are a lot of postponements to keep track of.
Last-Minute Strategies for Businesses that Deferred Filing Tax Returns
Posted by Brian Kern on June 18, 2020
Can your business make any last-minute moves to lower its tax obligation for 2019? And are there other long-term planning strategies that business owners should consider in light of today's tax laws, recent economic relief measures, and the November 2020 elections?
Opportunity Zones: COVID-19 and Guidance Updates/New Planning Opportunities
Posted by Cory Van Deusen V on June 16, 2020
Over $10 billion dollars have been deployed into qualified opportunity zone investments. While the investment has slowed, COVID-19 and additional guidance has created renewed interest in utilizing this program to assist with underserved communities and to provide tax relief for investors.
More Flexibility for Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness and Payroll Tax Deferral
Posted by Megan Morris on June 10, 2020
The PPP Flexibility Act greatly increases the likelihood that a large percentage of a borrower’s PPP loan will be forgiven.
Have You Considered the Employee Retention Credit?
Posted by Cory Van Deusen V on May 27, 2020
If you did not receive a Paycheck Protection Program loan, you may want to consider the CARES Act Employee Retention Credit.
Teleworking Employees, COVID-19, and the Resulting SALT Effects
Posted by Mark Stack on May 14, 2020
Why should it matter for a business whether its employees work from home temporarily or if they work remotely in a state other than where the employer’s base of operations is located? In the discussion that follows, we explore three important state and local tax (SALT) effects that could result from teleworking employees.
USMCA: New Trade Agreement Will Modernize NAFTA
Posted by Amanda Mooney on May 11, 2020
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) updates the rules for trading manufactured goods in North American, strengthens protections for intellectual property and includes efforts to support small businesses.
Service Disallows Tax Deductions for Eligible PPP Expenditures
Posted by Megan Morris on May 07, 2020
On April 30, the IRS issued Notice 2020-32 providing guidance regarding the deductibility for federal income tax purposes of certain otherwise deductible expenses incurred in a taxpayer’s trade or business when the taxpayer receives a loan (covered loan) pursuant to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
CARES Act Provides 4 Possible Reasons to File an Amended Return
Posted by Kevin Smeader on May 05, 2020
Some of the tax relief provisions in the CARES Act are retroactive. Here's a summary of four retroactive CARES Act provisions that can potentially benefit you or your business entity after amended prior-year returns have been prepared and filed.
Make a Lasting Charitable Gift with a CRT
Posted by Cheryl A. Jankowski on May 05, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic may have you thinking about how you can help those whose health and financial security has been imperiled by the virus. With a charitable remainder trust (CRT) you may be able to support a favorite nonprofit and also enjoy lifetime income and current tax benefits. Learn more about how CRT might fit into your estate plan.