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Here's an overview of the current individual tax rates under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Many of its provisions that affect individuals will expire in 2026, unless Congress extends them.   Federal Income Read More

Given today's stock market valuations and historically low-interest rates on fixed-income investments, some IRA owners may be interested in moving some funds from equities and low-risk securities (such as Treasuries and money-market funds) to precious Read More

Many small business owners are looking forward to the end of 2020. It's been a year of significant hardship and stress. But staying afloat remains a daunting challenge in 2021 and cost-cutting measures may be Read More

Earlier this year, employers were polled by Mercer, a global benefits consulting service, to give their preliminary thinking about flexible work arrangements in a post-pandemic environment. Their answers suggest that, in some cases, companies with employees Read More

Not-for-profits are held to strict reporting standards. For instance, your organization is required to annually file Form 990 with the IRS to preserve your tax–exempt status, among other requirements. But reporting isn't limited to the federal Read More

The idea of leaving a significant inheritance to your children or grandchildren may give you pause. Could the promise of wealth make your heirs act financially irresponsible or reckless? Anticipating a cash cushion, will they neglect Read More

The coronavirus pandemic has forced many construction companies to embrace a more distributed workforce. Employees who can work remotely are keeping connected with online and mobile technology. Meanwhile, team members on jobsites may be accessing Read More

Many people are struggling to make ends meet during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, some individuals qualify for federal-income-tax-free disaster relief and disaster mitigation payments paid by some employers under Internal Revenue Code Section 139. Here Read More

Although the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission (EEOC) is intended to be nonpartisan, run by a five-member Commission, a president can appoint a new chairman and vice-chairman when their terms expire. Currently, both of those positions Read More

If your business is in a position to acquire equipment or machinery, management faces a tough decision: Should you lease it, or should you buy it? There's no universal "right" answer. Here are some factors Read More