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Changes in Sec. 174 Makes It a Good Time to Review the R&E Strategy of Your Business

Posted by Melissa Motley, CPA on Mar 22, 2023

It’s been years since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 was signed into law, but it’s still having an impact. Several provisions in the law have expired or will expire in the next few years. One provision that took effect last year was the end of current deductibility for research and experimental (R&E) expenses.

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2022 Year-End Tax Planning for Businesses

Posted by Lesley L. Price, CPA on Nov 18, 2022

U.S. businesses are facing pressure to drive revenue, manage costs and increase shareholder value, all while surrounded by economic and political uncertainties. Disruptions to supply chains brought about by the pandemic have continued into 2022. Inflation and rising interest rates have made the cost of debt, goods and services more expensive and cooled consumer spending. The stock market has declined sharply, and the prospect of a recession is on the rise. What’s more, the outcomes of the upcoming November U.S. congressional elections — which as of the publication of this article are as yet unknown — will shape future tax policies. How do businesses thrive in uncertain times? By turning toward opportunity, which includes proactive tax planning. Tax planning is essential for U.S. businesses looking for ways to optimize cash flow while minimizing their total tax liability over the long term.

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Is Your Company Effectively Managing Tax Risk?

Posted by Michael D. Machen, CPA, CVA on Jul 25, 2022

The concept of “tax risk” is an increasingly important and regular topic of discussion across organizations and in boardrooms, and for good reason. Businesses that operate across state lines or internationally can, in certain cases, trigger tax liabilities in jurisdictions where they do not have a physical presence. In addition, many countries are adopting policies requiring greater transparency in tax and financial reporting, providing tax administrations more information with which to raise investigations and issue assessments. As companies place additional focus on social responsibility and fiscal transparency, the benefits of having a tax risk policy in place can be substantial. Given the rapidly changing global tax environment combined with the continued demand for tax departments to add value to the organization, an effective tax risk policy is a necessity for any business needing to better manage tax risk.

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2021 Year-End Tax Planning for Businesses

Posted by Michael D. Machen, CPA, CVA on Dec 15, 2021

As the U.S. entered 2021, many assumed that newly elected President Joe Biden, along with Democratic majorities in the House and Senate, would swiftly enact tax increases on both corporations and individuals to pay for the cost of proposed new infrastructure and social spending plans, potentially using the budget reconciliation process to do so. Since then, various versions of tax and spending measures have been negotiated and debated by members of Congress and the White House. As 2021 heads to a close, tax increases are still expected, but the timing and content of final changes are still not certain. 

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How to Realize Tax Savings When Tax Rates Increase

Posted by Lesley L. Price, CPA on Sep 10, 2021

The Treasury Department’s Green Book outlines proposals supported by the Biden Administration that would increase federal tax rates for corporations and high-income individuals, generally effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2021. Under these proposals:

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Miscellaneous and Disaster Relief Tax Provisions

Posted by Nick Wheeler, CPA on Feb 12, 2021

In late December, Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, which provided COVID-19 relief provisions and included many tax provisions and extenders. The Act contained many COVID-related tax provisions and a slew of extenders ranging from one year to permanent. This article will focus on the miscellaneous tax and disaster relief provisions, which are more applicable to most taxpayers.

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Eight Key Tax Planning Opportunities for 2019

Posted by Michael D. Machen, CPA, CVA on Feb 25, 2019

More than a year after sweeping federal and state tax reform were enacted, businesses of all sizes are still wrapping their arms around the changes.  Additional guidance and regulations have been issued nearly every month—indeed, change is the new normal. Strategic tax planning now is key to lowering businesses’ total tax liability.  Read on for eight top planning opportunities and considerations businesses should review as part of their 2019 strategy. 

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Business Owners: An Exit Strategy Should Be Part Of Your Tax Planning

Posted by Michael D. Machen, CPA, CVA on Jan 04, 2019

Tax planning is a juggling act for business owners. You have to keep your eye on your company’s income and expenses and applicable tax breaks (especially if you own a pass-through entity). But you also must look out for your own financial future.

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Only Certain Trusts Can Own S Corporation Stock

Posted by Trisha Williams, CPA on Feb 08, 2018

S corporations must comply with several strict requirements or risk losing their tax-advantaged status. Among other things, they can have no more than 100 shareholders, can have no more than one class of stock and are permitted to have only certain types of shareholders.

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2017 Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals and Businesses

Posted by Marty Williams, CPA on Dec 01, 2017

As 2017 draws to a closethe time to consider tax-saving opportunities for you and/or your business is before year-end. Individual income taxes, whether paid through employer withholding or quarterly estimates, are probably one of your largest annual expenditures. You may want to consider opportunities to reduce or defer your annual tax obligation. Also, if you own a business, some opportunities may apply regardless of whether your business is conducted as a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, S corporation, or a regular corporation. Other opportunities may apply only to a particular type of business organization. These Tax Planning Letters are intended to assist you in your individual and business tax planning efforts.

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