EV tax credits

For many car buyers, new electric vehicles (EVs) are priced out of reach, even when tax credits are applied. But it still may be possible to buy an affordable EV and qualify for a credit. Previously owned EVs and fuel cell vehicles purchased from a licensed dealer on or after Jan. 1, 2023, for $25,000 […]

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What is your marital status?

Major life changes can greatly affect your tax situation. This is especially true if you get married or divorced. If you experienced one of these events, be sure to address it with your tax advisor as part of your year-end tax planning. Indeed, your marital status for the entire year is determined as of Dec. […]

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Shareholder advances: Debt or equity?

From time to time, owners of closely held businesses might need to advance their companies money to bridge a temporary downturn or provide funds for an expansion or another major purchase. How should those advances be classified under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)? Depending on the facts and circumstances of the transaction, an advance […]

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Year-end tax planning season is here

Year-end tax planning season is here. The up-and-down financial markets this year may provide you the opportunity to harvest your losses. This tried-and-true tax strategy may be an option if you’ve realized adjusted net capital gains and are now facing a high tax bill as a result. To soften the tax blow, review your portfolio […]

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FinCEN announces filing relief for taxpayers affected by events in Israel

The U.S. Dept. of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has announced filing relief for taxpayers affected by the terrorist attacks in Israel. Certain taxpayers must annually report their foreign financial accounts to the U.S. Treasury by filing Reports of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBARs) on FinCEN Form 114. Specifically, U.S. taxpayers must […]

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