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How Employer-Issued ISOs May Affect Your Taxes

Employer stock options are a potentially valuable asset for recipient employees, especially those who work for start-ups or high-growth companies. For example, many Silicon Valley millionaires reaped sizable windfalls by exercising their employer stock options. Here’s…
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The SECURE 2.0 Act

The SECURE 2.0 Act, enacted late in 2022, creates new tax-saving opportunities for retirement savers — in some cases, with assistance from employers. Several provisions already kicked in during 2023, while others have made their debut…
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Tax Breaks for Employer-Paid Education Expenses

Is your business struggling with a shortage of skilled workers in today’s tight labor market? One possible option is to invest in education programs to upskill your current employees. This strategy can help bridge the skills…
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There’s a new threshold for electronically filing information returns!

Does your business file 10 or more information returns with the IRS? If so, you must now file them electronically. This is a significant rule change that went into effect on January 1, 2024, for 2023…
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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

The window of opportunity for filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open. In the recent past, the FAFSA was available on October 1 for the upcoming school year. But the start…
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Important federal tax information for 2024

The following chart provides some important federal tax information for 2024, as compared with 2023. Social Security/ Medicare 2024 2023 Social Security Tax Wage Base $168,600 $160,200 Medicare Tax Wage Base No limit No limit Employee…
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Partnerships – Tax Considerations When Adding a New Partner

Are you considering inviting an employee or an outsider to participate in your existing partnership? Before making any commitments, it’s important for you and the prospective partner to understand the potential federal tax implications. Important:…
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IRS suspends processing of ERTC claims

In the face of a flood of illegitimate claims for the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC), the IRS has imposed an immediate moratorium through at least the end of 2023 on processing new claims for…
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IRS issues guidance on new retirement catch-up contribution rules

In December 2022, President Biden signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) 2.0 Act. Among other things, the sweeping new law made some significant changes to so-called catch-up contributions, with implications for both employers…
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Take action now to reduce your 2023 income tax bill

A number of factors are making 2023 a confounding tax planning year for many people. They include turbulent markets, stabilizing but still high-interest rates, and significant changes to the rules regarding retirement planning. While much…
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