Tax Articles

A letter of instruction is a simple yet powerful way to bring clarity, comfort, and compassion to your estate plan. It bridges the gap between legal formality and personal intention, ensuring your voice is heard.

The One Big Beautiful Bill  introduces major tax benefits for small businesses, including the permanent return of 100% first-year bonus depreciation for eligible assets placed in service after January 19, 2025. It also significantly increases Section 179 expensing limits and introduces new incentives for production-related real estate, offering substantial opportunities for tax savings and reinvestment.

Signed into law on July 4, 2025, the Reconciliation Bill—officially titled the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)—introduces sweeping changes to the U.S. tax code.

When deciding whether to give to charity now or later, it's important to weigh personal financial circumstances, tax implications, and the potential impact of your gift. Giving during your lifetime allows you to see the results of your generosity, while planned giving can ensure long-term support for causes you care about. Each approach offers unique benefits depending on your goals and legacy plans.

The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, makes permanent several provisions from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act while introducing new deductions, such as for tips and auto loan interest, and expanding the child tax credit. It also raises the standard deduction and estate tax exemption, but eliminates green energy credits and personal exemptions, reshaping tax planning for individuals.

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act introduces a range of impactful tax changes for businesses, including the permanent return of 100% bonus depreciation, expanded Section 179 expensing, and immediate deductions for domestic R&E expenditures. It also enhances credits for employer-provided child care and paid family leave, while phasing out several clean-energy tax incentives. Some less favorable provisions, such as the permanent disallowance of excess business losses, also take effect.

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act permanently raises the federal gift and estate tax exemption to $15 million per individual, providing long-term clarity for estate planning. High-net-worth individuals can now implement strategies like SLATs and SPATs to reduce estate tax exposure while maintaining access to their wealth. These tools offer flexibility and protection, making them valuable components of a modern estate plan.

Republicans have successfully passed a comprehensive reconciliation bill, marking a significant legislative achievement. This bill encompasses a wide range of policy changes and reforms, reflecting the party's priorities and goals.

Manufacturing companies expanding across borders must understand transfer pricing to value intercompany transactions and comply with tax regulations. Proper documentation and adherence to IRS and OECD guidelines are crucial to avoid penalties and ensure accurate tax reporting. Proactive management of transfer pricing can also optimize global tax positions within legal boundaries.

New business owners can deduct up to $5,000 in startup and organizational costs, but only if total expenses stay under $50,000. Any remaining costs must be amortized over 15 years, and deductions can only begin once the business is actively operating. Careful planning and recordkeeping are essential to maximize tax benefits for new business ventures.