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Michē has more than 21 years of experience providing tax and advisory services to commercial businesses and individuals. She has extensive experience with pass-through taxation of partnerships and S corporations and individual taxation, specializing in the areas of real estate, energy, and professional services. Additionally, Michē is responsible for providing services such as business tax planning, individual tax planning, personal wealth, and succession planning.
State University of New York at Buffalo, Bachelor of Science, Accounting
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
BDO Alliance USA
- Tax Group
- Real Estate Group
- BDO Leadership Institute, 2015 Graduate
Buffalo Business First, Women of Influence Honoree - Creativity, 2022
Independent Oil & Gas Association of New York
Series 7 and 66 securities exams – Financial Advisor*
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, Board Vice Chair
*Securities offered through Avantax Investment ServicesSM, Member FINRA, SIPC. Investment Advisory services offered through Avantax Advisory ServicesSM.
This guide identifies tax strategies and considers how they may be influenced by recent administrative guidance and potential legislative changes that remain under consideration. A taxpayer’s tax accounting methods determine when income is recognized, and costs are deducted for income tax purposes.
A Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT) allows homeowners to transfer their residence into a trust, reducing their taxable estate while continuing to live in the home for a specified term. After the term, the property passes to designated beneficiaries, though the homeowner may need to pay rent if they remain in the home. This estate planning tool can help minimize taxes and facilitate the transfer of assets to heirs.
The tax implications of real estate gains can vary based on factors like property type, ownership structure, and depreciation. While long-term capital gains are generally taxed at 15% or 20%, certain gains, particularly those involving depreciation, may be taxed at higher rates. Additionally, the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT) and state taxes could also apply.
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