Family businesses make up a huge percentage of companies in the United States and produce much of the country’s gross domestic product. Generally defined as companies that are majority owned by a single family with two or more members involved in their management, family businesses can be a significant source of wealth. However, for various [...]
As investing in Bitcoin, Dogecoin and other cryptocurrencies becomes increasingly popular, investors need to understand the potential tax ramifications. Unlike traditional currency, the IRS views cryptocurrency as property for federal income tax purposes and even asks about it on IRS form 1040. Many transactions involving cryptocurrency – such as purchases of goods or services – [...]
July 15 If the monthly deposit rule applies, employers must deposit the tax for payments in June for Social Security, Medicare, withheld income tax and nonpayroll withholding. August 2 The second quarter Form 941 (“Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return”) is due today. (If your tax liability is less than $2,500, you can pay it in [...]
Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), enacted in March of 2020, employees could (through December 31, 2020) take paid sick time and paid family leave to care for themselves or loved ones because of COVID-19. In turn, eligible employers could claim tax credits to offset costs of the leave. If your business has [...]
If you share a vacation home with family members, holding it in a limited liability company (LLC) is one option that offers several important benefits. Here are a few: Asset protection. By establishing an LLC to own the home and transferring interests to family members, you can protect the home against claims by a family [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected our lives in many ways that are still playing out. For example, it has served as a reminder of how difficult an unexpected medical crisis can be to manage financially. It’s also reinforced the importance of guarding against the risk of such crises before they arise. In this context, [...]