by Janet Kanan, EA | Dec 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Intangible assets, such as patents, trademarks, copyrights and goodwill, play a crucial role in today’s businesses. The tax treatment of these assets can be complex, but businesses need to understand the issues involved. Here are some answers to frequently asked...
by Janet Kanan, EA | Oct 9, 2024 | Blog, Business, Tax
Does your business require real estate for its operations? Or do you hold property titled under your business’s name? It might be worth reconsidering this strategy. With long-term tax, liability and estate planning advantages, separating real estate ownership from the...
by Janet Kanan, EA | Jul 3, 2024 | Blog, Tax, Uncategorized
If you’re a philanthropic individual who is also obligated to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from a traditional IRA, you may want to consider a tax-saving strategy. It involves making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). How it works To reap the...
by Janet Kanan, EA | Jun 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Do you invest in mutual funds or are you interested in putting some money into them? If so, you’re part of a large group. According to the Investment Company Institute, 116 million individual U.S. investors owned mutual funds in 2023. But despite their widespread use,...
by Janet Kanan, EA | Apr 17, 2024 | Business, Tax, Uncategorized
If your business doesn’t already have a retirement plan, it might be a good time to take the plunge. Current retirement plan rules allow for significant tax-deductible contributions. For example, if you’re self-employed and set up a SEP-IRA, you can contribute up to...