Dec 20, 2017 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Small Business
Many individuals and businesses in New York State have decided to “go solar” in the last few years, in part due to state incentives and community initiatives. When considering the purchase of solar panels, it is important not only to consider the benefits for the...
Nov 28, 2017 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Tax Tips
We’re entering the giving season, and if making financial gifts to your loved ones is part of your plans—or if you’d simply like to reduce your capital gains tax—consider giving appreciated stock instead of cash this year. Doing so might allow you to eliminate all...
Nov 28, 2017 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Small Business
The New York State Paid Family Leave (PFL) Program will take effect on January 1, 2018. Any employer in New York State that has at least one employee and currently offers disability insurance will now be mandated to offer Paid Family Leave to its eligible employees....
Nov 14, 2017 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Tax Tips
Accelerating deductible expenses, such as property tax on your home, into the current year typically is a good idea. Why? It will defer tax, which usually is beneficial. Prepaying property tax may be especially beneficial this year, because proposed tax legislation...
Nov 3, 2017 | Firm Updates, Individual Tax, Tax Tips
Many investors, especially more risk-averse ones, hold much of their portfolios in “income investments”—those that pay interest or dividends, with less emphasis on growth in value. But all income investments aren’t alike when it comes to taxes. So it is important to...
