Sep 19, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
If you are charitably inclined and you collect art, appreciated artwork can make one of the best charitable gifts from a tax perspective. In general, donating appreciated property is doubly beneficial because you can both enjoy a valuable tax deduction and avoid the...
Sep 14, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
The passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in late 2017 set into motion sweeping changes to the tax code. As information came out regarding changes to the federal tax brackets, standard deduction, and personal exemptions, many people wondered, “How does this affect me?”...
Sep 4, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
To avoid interest and penalties, you must make sufficient federal income tax payments long before your April filing deadline through withholding, estimated tax payments, or a combination of the two. The third 2018 estimated tax payment deadline for individuals is...
Aug 28, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
When teachers are setting up their classrooms for the new school year, it’s common for them to pay for a portion of their classroom supplies out of pocket. A special tax break allows these educators to deduct some of their expenses. This educator expense deduction is...
Aug 22, 2018 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax
If you gamble, be sure you understand the tax consequences. Both wins and losses can affect your income tax bill. And changes under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) could also have an impact. Wins and taxable income You must report 100% of your gambling winnings as...
