Selling a home: Will you owe tax on the profit?
September 16, 2021
If you’re selling your principal residence, some or all of the profit may be tax free. It depends on your home sale profit and your income. Here are the basic rules.
Tax breaks to consider during National Small Business Week
September 14, 2021
Before Dec. 31, you may want to make some tax moves to save on 2021 taxes. Here are a few strategies.
Claiming a theft loss deduction if your business is the victim of embezzlement
September 9, 2021
If your business is victimized by theft, embezzlement or internal fraud, you may be able to claim a tax deduction for the loss. But there are requirements that must be followed as one U.S. Tax Court decision illustrates.
Planning for year-end gifts with the gift tax annual exclusion
September 8, 2021
There have been proposals in Washington to reduce the estate and gift tax exemption amount, as well as make other changes to the estate tax laws. Making tax-free gifts by year end can reduce the size of your taxable estate and may be one way to recognize and address this potential threat.
You can only claim a casualty loss tax deduction in certain situations
September 1, 2021
The rules for deducting personal casualty losses on a tax return have changed through 2025. However, you may still be able to claim a deduction if an event qualifies as a federally declared disaster (and several have this summer).
COVID-related leave-sharing programs remain viable
August 30, 2021
Employers offering or considering leave-sharing programs related to COVID-19 charities should read up on recent IRS guidance.
