The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Act) was passed by Congress on December 21, 2020, and signed by President Trump on December 27, 2020, granting further Covid-19 relief. This article highlights some of the tax changes and extenders that will be of interest to...
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Newly Retired? Don’t Overlook These Commonly Missed Tax Breaks
With retirement comes the challenge of stretching out your savings for the rest of your life, so it’s more important than ever to take advantage of every available tax break. Surprisingly, there are some tax breaks for seniors that are often missed simply because they...
Year-End Tax Tips for Small Businesses in 2020
With just a couple of weeks left in 2020, time is running out to take proactive steps to lower your 2020 tax bill. Even if you plan to file an extension, most tax-saving moves need to be made before Jan. 1, 2021. Here are some last-minute tax strategies small business...
How the SECURE Act Could Affect You
The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act was signed into law at the end of 2019 and aims to provide Americans with extra provisions to save or prepare for retirement. Here’s how it could affect you. Greater Access to Retirement Plans...
Year-End Tax Planning in the TCJA Era
The sweeping piece of legislation known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) provided a steep learning curve last year, and while it still remains complicated, having some experience under our belts has us better prepared to tackle taxes in the TCJA era. Below is a...
End-of-the-Year Tax Planning Tips for Your Small Business
We are nearly two years into the sweeping Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, the largest major tax reform in over 30 years, and one thing remains clear: strategic tax planning is key to lowering a business’s total tax liability. Below are some tips to think about...
Starting a Business? Here’s What You Need to Know About Self-Employment Taxes
Self-employment definitely has its perks, but being the master of your own ship also means answering to the IRS. Before jumping into your entrepreneurial adventure, make sure to learn the practicalities of self-employment taxes. Below are some crucial points that tax...