According to the Pew Research Center, nearly 23% of children in the United States live with only one parent—more than three times the number of children from around the world.  Estate planning for single parents is similar to estate planning for households with two parents in many ways, as they both involve providing for children’s […]

If you have children, you’ve likely got college savings on your mind. Here are some tax-favored ways to save for future education costs so that you can take advantage of your options.  Savings bonds When used to finance college expenses, Series EE U.S. savings bonds offer two tax-saving benefits:  To qualify for the college tax […]

If you often give to charity, you’re likely aware that long-term appreciated asset donations—stocks, for example—are more advantageous than cash donations. But in some instances, it may be a better idea to sell those appreciated assets and donate the proceeds instead.  This is because, for cash donations, adjusted gross income (AGI) limitations on charitable deductions […]

During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) helped employees keep their staff members on payroll. While this tax credit is no longer available, eligible employers who have yet to claim it may be able to do so by filing amended payroll returns for 2020 and 2021.  However, the IRS warns […]

One of the most critical aspects of running a business is having access to timely, accurate financial information. When it comes to tracking your business’s financial performance, there are several accounting methods to choose from—but how do you know what’s right for your situation?  Here’s an overview of cash, tax, and accrual basis accounting to […]

The best way to reduce taxes and set yourself up for a comfortable retirement? Putting money toward a tax-advantaged retirement plan. If you’re not already making the most of an employer-offered 401(k) or Roth 401(k), now is the time to start. The sooner you start contributing to your retirement plan, the more substantial your nest […]

Financial reporting isn’t just about profits. A lot that falls under the umbrella of accounting, from preparing budgets and monitoring finances to paying invoices and managing payroll tax—and nonprofits can certainly benefit from formal accounting processes.  If you’re a nonprofit entity, consider whether your accounting processes are managed as efficiently as possible. Not sure where […]

When you think about the internal workflows and processes of your business, are you able to pinpoint why you do things a certain way? If the answer is “because we’ve always done it that way,” it might be time to make some changes.  In fact, with all of the new developments in the financial and […]

You may be aware of the fact that you can’t let funds sit in your traditional IRA indefinitely. Once you reach age 72, you’re required to start taking withdrawals.  You may also be aware that the rules for taking required minimum distributions, or RMDs, are complex. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about […]