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Help prevent financial scams aimed at older people
June 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 257
Abstract: No matter the season, scam artists look for new victims. They often attempt to use phone and email scams to pick the pockets of older people, trying to steal money and financial data. This article offers seven ways to help prevent elder financial abuse and fraud.
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Sending the kids to day camp may bring a tax break
June 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 351
Abstract: Among the many challenges of parenthood is what to do with the kids when school lets out. Parents who choose to send their children to day camp may qualify for a valuable tax break: the child and dependent care credit. This article explains why tax credits are so beneficial and how eligibility for this one is determined.
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Getting a new business off the ground
June 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 459
Abstract: Government officials monitor the number of new businesses that are launched each year. In the aftermath of the pandemic, government officials saw a large increase of businesses formed. The U.S. Census Bureau measures this by monitoring the number of businesses applying for an Employer Identification Number. This article describes how start-up expenses are handled on the relevant tax return.
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What expenses can’t be written off by your business?
June 2024
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 558
Abstract: Business owners who look at the Internal Revenue Code for a list of deductible business expenses may be surprised to find that there isn’t a list of specific deductions. For example, the tax law doesn’t explicitly state that a business can deduct office supplies and certain other expenses. Some expenses are detailed in the code, but the general rule is contained in Section 162, which states a business can write off “all the ordinary and necessary expenses paid or incurred during the taxable year in carrying on any trade or business.”
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Appreciating the helpful balance of bonds
June 2023
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 297
Abstract: Stock market and interest rate uncertainty may cause some investors to turn to bonds. This brief article discusses several popular options, including U.S. government savings bonds and corporate bonds.
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Adopting a child? Bring home a tax break too
June 2023
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 410
Abstract: Two tax benefits may be available to offset the expenses of adopting a child. In 2023, adoptive parents may be able to claim a credit against their federal tax for up to $15,950 of “qualified adoption expenses” for each child. That’s a dollar-for-dollar reduction of tax. And there may be tax relief for some employees under programs offered by employers.
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The tax obligations if your business closes its doors
June 2023
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 536
Abstract: Sadly, many businesses have been forced to shut down recently due to the challenges of the economy, including the supply chain. To close a business, various tax responsibilities must be met, preferably with the help of a trusted tax advisor.
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Is it a good time for a Roth conversion?
June 2023
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 552
Abstract: The volatility in the stock market may have caused the value of retirement accounts to decrease. To those with traditional IRAs invested in stocks, a decline may provide a valuable opportunity: that is, taxpayers may be able to convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA at a lower tax cost.
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Help prevent financial scams aimed at older people
June 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 261
Abstract: No matter the season, scam artists look for new victims, including those who would pick the pockets of older people in search of money and financial data. This article offers seven ways to help prevent elder financial abuse and fraud.
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Nonworking spouses may still contribute to an IRA
June 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 394
Abstract: Married couples may not be able to save as much as they need for retirement when one spouse doesn’t work outside the home. In general, an IRA contribution is allowed only if a taxpayer earns compensation. However, there’s an exception involving a “spousal” IRA. It allows contributions to be made for nonworking spouses. This article explores the details.
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How start-up costs of a new business affect your tax return
June 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 492
Abstract: Despite a seemingly endless period of COVID-19 setbacks, last year the country experienced a large increase in new businesses launched. The latest figures available from the U.S. Census Bureau (June 2020 through June 2021) show that business applications rose 18.6%. Entrepreneurs often don’t know that many of the expenses incurred by start-ups can’t be currently deducted. This article discusses how the handling of initial expenses can affect a new business owner’s federal tax bill.
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Can you deduct the costs of a self-managed portfolio?
June 2022
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 541
Abstract: Many taxpayers incur significant investment-related expenses, which might include payment for financial service subscriptions, clerical support and home office maintenance. Under current tax law, these expenses aren’t deductible through 2025 if they’re considered investment expenses to produce income. If they’re considered trade or business expenses, however, they are deductible. This article explains the difference between a trader and an investor. A brief sidebar describes a court case to illuminate that difference.
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New rules for COVID-related paid sick time and leave
June 2021
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Word count: 282
Abstract: Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, employees could (through December 31, 2020) take paid sick time and paid family leave to care for themselves or loved ones because of COVID-19. This brief article notes some changes to the applicable rules with the passage of two subsequent laws in December 2020 and in March 2021.
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Should an LLC hold your vacation home?
June 2021
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 426
Abstract: Holding a vacation home shared by family members in a limited liability company is one option that can offer important benefits. This short article lists several: asset protection, ease of management, ownership restrictions and estate planning advantages.
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Weighing the pros and cons of LTC insurance
June 2021
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 485
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected our lives in many ways that are still playing out. For example, it has served as a reminder of how difficult an unexpected medical crisis can be to manage financially. This article explores the pros and cons of one potential safeguard against such risk: long-term care insurance.
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Individual taxpayers, remember the rescue!
June 2021
Newsletter: Tax & Business Alert
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Word count: 559
Abstract: Many individual taxpayers fondly recall the stimulus payments issued this spring under the American Rescue Plan Act. However, the law contains plenty of other provisions also worth remembering. This article reviews four highlights. A sidebar looks at the income exclusion for unemployment benefits.