Lynne Mercer by Paul K. Rudoy, CPA/PFS One of the provisions of the Trump Tax Proposal (TTP) is the repeal of the Federal Estate Tax. This is an onerous tax that taxes people’s net worth after they pass away. Taxation begins currently at $5.49M, or married couples have the opportunity to increase this limit to $10.98M. Generally, … Read more
by H2R CPA Team For families with disabled loved ones who are potentially eligible for means-tested government benefits such as Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), estate planning can be a challenge. On the one hand, you want to provide the most comfortable life possible for your family member. On the other hand, you don’t … Read more
by Paul K. Rudoy, CPA/PFS The Trump Tax Proposal (TTP) from last week could be a big winner for many. There are a few who will be losers from the TTP, but many people are likely to be unaffected by what is proposed. The following are key considerations for various parties affected by this proposal. … Read more
by H2R CPA Team What happened?On September 7, 2017, Equifax, one of the three main American credit reporting agencies, announced a massive cybersecurity incident that exposed consumer information – including names, addresses, birth dates, and Social Security numbers – leaving millions vulnerable to identity theft. What can I do?1. To check if you or anyone … Read more
by H2R CPA Team When businesses provide meals to their employees, generally their deduction is limited to 50%. But there are exceptions. One is if the meal qualifies as a de minimis fringe benefit under the Internal Revenue Code. A recent U.S. Tax Court ruling could ultimately mean that more employer-provided meals will be 100% … Read more
by H2R CPA Team How long should tax returns, credit card statements, loan documents, and other important paperwork be kept? Whether running a household or a business, it is important to know when it is safe to dispose of financial and legal documents. It is extremely important to hold on to financial paperwork in the case … Read more
by H2R CPA Team The IRS has issued a warning regarding several new summertime scams involving the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS), robo-call messages and private debt collectors. It is important to remember that the IRS will never: Call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method such as a prepaid debit card, … Read more
by Leo A. Hannah, CPA, MBA Succession planning is a critical endeavor for all family businesses. If not done properly, a leadership void and/or discord among family members can have a significant negative impact on company performance. Although it is a difficult subject, it is critical to adequately prepare for succession. Key considerations include: Planning … Read more
by H2R CPA Team US taxpayers, both citizens and residents, are often surprised to learn that they need to pay taxes on all income earned whether generated in the US or abroad. This includes income that is earned while working overseas as an employee, independent contractor or from supplementary income sources such as investments, pensions … Read more
by Edward G. Scherer, CPA Serving as a member of a nonprofit board is an honorable way to contribute to a cause that is important to you and give back to your community. However, many people do not realize that a board position comes with fiduciary responsibilities, including the following: Making careful decisions that protect … Read more