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Read MoreThe IRS has ramped up efforts to crack down on the personal use of corporate jets, targeting companies that may be taking improper tax deductions. As part of a broader initiative aimed at ensuring wealthy individuals and complex partnerships pay their fair share, the agency is now auditing corporate jet usage more aggressively. This scrutiny…
Read MoreInternational tax planning is essential for businesses operating in multiple jurisdictions. Navigating cross-border tax rules requires strategic planning to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with varying regulations. As companies expand globally, they face complex challenges such as transfer pricing, foreign tax credits, and managing indirect taxes like VAT. Failing to address these issues effectively…
Read MoreThe IRS is planning to release updated regulations for the tax treatment of research and development (R&D) costs this winter, providing much-needed clarity for companies navigating these complex rules. What’s Coming: Proposed Section 174 Regulations Scott Vance, associate chief counsel for income tax and accounting in the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, recently announced that…
Read MoreGovernor Maura Healey’s recent Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) budget has introduced a new tax amnesty program in Massachusetts, designed to offer taxpayers a chance to settle unpaid taxes and avoid penalties. With the Department of Revenue (DOR) releasing detailed guidance, the program is set to run from November 1 to December 30, 2024. This 60-day…
Read MoreThe IRS recently finalized long-awaited changes to the estate tax basis consistency rules, offering much-needed relief to estate planners and beneficiaries alike. These rules, initially introduced in 2015, ensure that the value of inherited property for estate tax purposes aligns with the value recorded when the property is received by beneficiaries. While the rules may…
Read MoreStaying competitive in the tech industry requires more than innovation and cutting-edge products. It also demands having an effective tax strategy. For tech companies, the tax landscape is complex and continually changing, with new regulations, credits, and deductions emerging each year. This is where tax optimization becomes crucial. Tax optimization is not just about minimizing…
Read MoreThe ongoing debate around the federal $10,000 state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap is heating up, with states like New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut challenging an IRS rule that limits their workarounds to this cap. The outcome of this legal battle could significantly affect taxpayers in states where SALT obligations exceed the federal…
Read MoreEffective tax planning is crucial for maintaining profitability in the highly competitive construction industry. As a construction business owner, you face unique challenges, such as fluctuating cash flow, complex contract structures, and ever-changing regulations. Without a robust tax strategy, these challenges can erode your profits and limit your ability to grow. Understanding and implementing strategic…
Read MoreThe Treasury Department and IRS recently released proposed regulations to clarify the application of the new Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT). This development is significant for large corporations, especially as many will face CAMT for the first time on October 15, 2023, the extended corporate tax-filing deadline. What is CAMT? CAMT is designed to ensure…
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