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Unless you’ve been planning for 2021 taxes all year, it’s time to take actions that can reduce your IRS obligation. We’ve talked before about the importance of planning for taxes year-round. If you haven’t been able to do that because 2021 has been another complicated year, it’s not too late. There are things you can […]

Savvy investors can build wealth by deferring capital gains taxes via a 1031 exchange. Learn how it works and how it can help you as a real estate investor. For the in-depth information required to execute a 1031 exchange, a qualified intermediary is necessary. What is a 1031 Exchange? A 1031 exchange allows real estate […]

When it comes to minimizing taxes, most people focus their efforts on maximizing deductions. They look for opportunities to reduce their taxable income by taking advantage of tax laws that allow a wide variety of expenses to be claimed as costs of doing business. This technique is a critical component of your comprehensive tax strategy, […]

Even the most savvy investors and tax experts often avoid the topic of cost segregation. It’s complicated, and a careful reading of tax code doesn’t do much to clear things up. Most IRS-approved applications of cost segregation were developed through individual rulings, rather than written into tax regulations, making it a challenge to get a […]

Despite your best efforts, there is always a possibility that your tax bill will be larger than planned. For those on a tight budget, this can be a problem. Fortunately, if you can’t afford to pay your bill in full by the date it is due, the IRS offers several alternative options. The most important […]

The accounting profession is generally quite serious, but even the most solemn tax preparation specialists can find humor in the more outrageous deductions their clients have attempted. Creativity certainly has its place – and there is a long list of expenses that might qualify you for tax savings – but some taxpayers push the boundaries […]