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Certain charitable donations allow you to avoid taxable IRA withdrawals
If you’re a philanthropic individual who is also obligated to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from a traditional IRA, you may want to consider a tax-saving strategy. It involves making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). How it works To reap the...
Profit fade is a persistent threat to construction companies
“Don’t settle for second best!” Just about everyone has encountered this phrase in various commercials and ad campaigns over the years, and it’s a good ideal to aspire to. Unfortunately, many construction businesses end up settling for second best — or worse — when it...
What might be ahead as many tax provisions are scheduled to expire?
Buckle up, America: Major tax changes are on the horizon. The reason has to do with tax law and the upcoming elections. Our current situation The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which generally took effect in 2018, made sweeping changes. Many of its provisions are set...
5 common forms of payroll fraud faced by employers
For employers looking to safeguard their organizations from fraud, payroll is among the most obvious targets they must protect. That’s where the money is, after all. Payroll can stand out as a bright red bullseye for criminals if not carefully guarded. How bright? In...
Look beyond revenue to maintain long-term growth for your manufacturing company
Successful manufacturers know that the key to sustainable growth is increasing profits, not just revenue. Let’s take a closer look at some ways you can boost your bottom line. Reduce overhead Increasing profits doesn’t always mean plant layoffs. Often cuts can be made...
Social Security tax update: How high can it go?
Employees, self-employed individuals and employers all pay Social Security tax, and the amounts can get bigger every year. And yet, many people don’t fully understand the Social Security tax they pay. If you’re an employee If you’re an employee, your wages are hit...
How employers can address the unpredictability of health care benefits costs
If your organization has struggled to accurately forecast and manage the costs of its health care benefits, you’re not alone. Global HR consultancy Mercer released a report in May entitled The CFO perspective on health, which surveyed the CFOs and other...
Construction business owners: Prepare now for possible tax law changes
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law in 2017 and generally took effect at the start of 2018. It brought sweeping changes to various aspects of tax law for both individuals and businesses. But many of its provisions aren’t permanent. In fact, some of...
Could a work-life referral program improve your employees’ well-being?
Generally, employers today recognize the importance of work-life balance. Remote/hybrid work arrangements and generous paid time off policies, for example, allow employees to fulfill their professional obligations while having the flexibility to better care for...
Can your manufacturing company benefit from a cost segregation study?
When manufacturers buy, build or improve their facilities, it involves a substantial investment. But these expenses generally can’t be immediately deducted for tax purposes. Fortunately, there may be another approach that will allow you to accelerate your depreciation...
House rich but cash poor? Consider a reverse mortgage strategy
Are you an older taxpayer who owns a house that has appreciated greatly? At the same time, you may need income. Thankfully, there could be a solution with a tax-saving bonus. It involves taking out a reverse mortgage. Reverse mortgage basics With a reverse mortgage,...
The tax consequences of selling mutual funds
Do you invest in mutual funds or are you interested in putting some money into them? If so, you’re part of a large group. According to the Investment Company Institute, 116 million individual U.S. investors owned mutual funds in 2023. But despite their widespread use,...
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