For many business owners, taxes often represent a hurdle to clear rather than a strategic asset to leverage. However, those who look beyond mere compliance can unlock the transformative power of tax planning as a key driver for sustainable business…
Writing Off Abandoned Project Costs for Real Estate: A Guide for Maximizing Deductions
Written by: Michael Cooper, CPA In the dynamic world of real estate development, not every project reaches completion. Changes in market conditions, regulatory landscapes, or project viability can lead to the difficult decision of abandoning a project. While such situations…
Navigating the Massachusetts Millionaire’s Tax: Implications for High-Net-Worth Individuals with Multi-State Real Estate
Written by: Jonathan C. Hitter, CPA, MST, CGMA and Angela Parziale, CPA, MST The Massachusetts Millionaire’s Tax, a significant fiscal policy aimed at taxing the state’s wealthiest individuals, has become a pivotal factor for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) considering their residency…
Preparing for Change: Strategic Tax Planning for High-Income Earners Ahead of TCJA Sunset Provisions
Written by: Stephen Candelario, CPA As key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) approach sunset, high-income earners find themselves at a pivotal moment. Post-2025, several advantageous provisions are set to expire. This article explores the significant changes…
5 Strategies for Multigenerational Wealth Management
Written by: Jordan Yorks In the intricate dance of wealth management, transferring assets across generations is a pivotal movement. High-net-worth families, in particular, face unique challenges and opportunities when preparing for this significant transition. This article outlines five foundational steps…
2024 Asset Management Forecast: 5 Predictions for the Year Ahead
As high-interest rates and investor uncertainty continue to hamper the market, now is the time for asset management firms to reinvest in their practices. Lessons learned from past bear markets show that asset managers who take time during a slowdown…
Maximizing QCDs for Strategic Giving and Tax Benefits
In the landscape of financial planning and tax optimization, Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) stand out as a powerful mechanism for individuals looking to enhance their philanthropic impact while optimizing their tax situation. This article delves into the core of QCDs,…
We May Never See a Better Environment for Transferring Wealth … Here’s Why
It may seem that there will always be time to address estate planning. However, a unique opportunity to maximize the amount of wealth that can be tax-efficiently passed to heirs will expire at the end of 2025. Furthermore, legislation could…
CECL for Non-Financial Institutions: Navigating New Accounting Waters
The introduction of the Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) model by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) in 2016 marks a significant evolution in accounting standards, with vast implications for how credit losses on financial assets are estimated. Implemented in…
Understanding the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024
The House Ways and Means Committee approved The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, symbolizing a legislative victory for taxpayers, especially small business owners and professionals. This proposed legislation deserves a detailed look due to its…