Tax Articles

When inheriting a family home, siblings may face challenges due to differing financial needs and opinions on what to do with the property. Options include sharing the home, renting it out, selling it, or arranging a buyout, each with its own considerations and potential tax implications. Open communication and professional advice are crucial to navigate the emotional and legal complexities involved.

The Trump administration's policies could significantly impact U.S. manufacturers, particularly in the areas of tariffs and trade policies, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), and clean energy tax incentives. Manufacturers need to stay informed about these rapidly changing policies to navigate their impact on business.

The evaluation of an S Corporation for a new business venture highlights several advantages. Shareholders benefit from limited liability for corporate debts, and early losses can be deducted on personal tax returns. Additionally, the Qualified Business Income deduction offers potential tax benefits.

Filing a gift tax return, even when no tax is due, can be beneficial as it starts the clock on the statute of limitations, limiting the IRS to three years to challenge the gift's valuation. Adequate disclosure in the return can prevent future disputes and provide peace of mind.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act introduced Section 163(j), limiting business interest expense deductions. Businesses can manage this limit by opting out for certain industries, capitalizing interest expenses, or reducing overall interest expenses.

Estate planning is essential for single and child-free individuals to ensure their final wishes are respected and their assets are distributed according to their preferences. It allows them to specify beneficiaries, appoint trusted individuals to manage finances and medical decisions if incapacitated, and employ strategies to reduce gift and estate taxes.

The Corporate Transparency Act is actively ongoing, and businesses are required to meet its mandates by March 21, 2025. Yet, the landscape is dynamic, with legal and political challenges unfolding that could influence how these rules are enforced.

There are complexities to federal income tax rules for individual taxpayers facing substantial business losses. We explain the disallowance rule for excess business losses, the limitations on deducting net operating losses (NOLs), and how these rules apply to partnerships, LLCs, and S corporations.

A revocable trust, also known as a "living trust," is a flexible estate planning tool that allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime and ensures a smooth transfer to your beneficiaries after your death. It helps avoid the probate process, saving time and costs while maintaining privacy, but it does not provide asset protection from creditors or direct tax benefits.

The article provides a comprehensive guide for employers on managing taxes and tips for service workers. It covers the current status of tip taxation, defines tips for tax purposes, outlines criteria for tip classification, and details employer responsibilities and record-keeping requirements.