Americans have a deep desire to become involved with and have an impact on various societal issues and alleviate suffering where there’s great need. If you’re involved in regular charitable giving, you know how [...]
No doubt, the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 will change your tax planning in one way or another. Despite any alterations to your planning process, there’s one thing that won’t change: [...]
While many of your clients will benefit from reduced tax rates and expanded tax brackets under the new tax laws, it’s likely that many will elect not to itemize this year. Rather, they will [...]
While most taxpayers will benefit from reduced tax rates and expanded tax brackets under the new tax laws, many will elect not to itemize this year. Rather, they will opt to claim the higher [...]
This article explores two strategies for family philanthropy, the Private Foundation (PF) and the Donor Advised Fund (DAF) and how these effective and meaningful tools for family philanthropy can help your clients increase the [...]
It’s the week before Christmas. One of your favorite clients, Bill Smith, calls to tell you that he just received an unexpected year-end bonus of $175,000 and he is concerned about this taxable event. [...]
While you may benefit from reduced tax rates and expanded tax brackets, it’s likely that many taxpayers will elect not to itemize this year. Rather, you may opt to claim the higher standard deduction (for [...]
Anyone who’s ever given to charity knows about year-end giving and the pressure that comes along with it. You want to get the right deduction by December 31st. Right now you may be waiting for recommendations [...]