Social Security wage base is going up in 2025

As we approach 2025, changes are coming to the Social Security wage base. The Social Security Administration recently announced that the wage base for computing … [Read more...]

2025 cost-of-living adjustments: How do they affect your year-end tax planning?

The IRS has issued its 2025 inflation adjustment numbers for more than 60 tax provisions in Revenue Procedure 2024-40. Inflation has moderated somewhat this … [Read more...]

Watch Out for These Tax Myths

Many myths about the IRS and the tax code have been amplified online in recent years. Here are a couple examples to review. Myth #1: Retirement money is always … [Read more...]

Maximizing Your Savings: Home Energy and Electric Vehicle Tax Credits

As we move into 2025, sustainability takes center stage, not only in our everyday lives but also in our financial planning. Two significant avenues for savings … [Read more...]

Maximize your year-end giving with gifts that offer tax benefits

As the end of the year approaches, many people start to think about their finances and tax strategies. One effective way to reduce potential estate taxes and … [Read more...]

Help protect your employees’ 401(k) plan savings from fraud

Recently, a 401(k) plan participant was defrauded of approximately $740,000 when he fell victim to an elaborate scheme perpetrated by overseas criminals. … [Read more...]

Donor-advised Fund: A powerful vehicle for charitable giving

If charitable giving is important to you, consider a donor-advised fund (DAF). A DAF — typically sponsored and managed by a community foundation or commercial … [Read more...]

Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) & Reporting

BOI e-Filing Alert: Please note that beneficial ownership information reporting requirements have been affected by a recent federal court order. The Department … [Read more...]

Does your business need to report employee health coverage?

Employee health coverage is a significant part of many companies’ benefits packages. However, the administrative responsibilities that accompany offering health … [Read more...]

What are the duties of an executor?

A key decision you must make when drafting your estate plan is who to appoint as the executor. In a nutshell, an executor (called a “personal representative” in … [Read more...]