As we near the end of 2024, this is the perfect time to reexamine your tax and estate planning action items. There are plenty to address, and it’s wise to do so sooner rather than later. In reviewing year-end estate planning...more
As we enter the homestretch of 2023, it’s the perfect time to reexamine plans and action items. There are plenty of items to address, and it’s best to do so sooner rather than later. When you review year-end estate planning...more
Charitable giving is a way for businesses and individuals to support the causes that align with their values while saving on taxes. This article will cover common questions associated with charitable giving that will...more
With the end of the year just around the corner, it’s a good time to reassess plans and action-items. When reviewing your year-end estate planning or business transition concerns, there are several things to contemplate and...more
As we enter the final quarter of 2021, there are many things still to do and plan for before the end of the year. There are also some timing considerations given proposed legislative changes and the lead time needed to...more
9/27/2021
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Starting in 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) expanded the deductibility of charitable contributions to incentivize charitable giving during 2020. The Consolidated Appropriations...more
Charitable giving is a way for businesses and individuals to save on taxes while supporting the causes that align with their values. At Schwabe, we can help clients to plan charitable gifts and make sure that their charitable...more
Believe it or not, we are now in the final stretch of 2020. There are many things still to do and plan for before the end of the year. When reviewing your year-end estate planning or business transition concerns, there are...more
Believe it or not, we are now in the final stretch of 2020. There are many things still to do and plan for before the end of the year. When reviewing your year-end estate planning or business transition concerns, there are...more
For many businesses and individuals, charitable giving is a way to give back to the organizations or communities of their choosing while allowing them to qualify for tax deductions. Starting in 2020, the Coronavirus Aid,...more
COVID-19 has raised questions for many regarding whether their estate plans are current. If you already have an estate plan, here are some immediate steps you can take to make sure everything is in order...more
A new law has taken effect that makes significant changes to the rules for making contributions to and withdrawals from retirement accounts. The SECURE Act was signed into law on December 20, 2019, and became effective...more
The most impactful legislation affecting retirement accounts in decades became effective on January 1, 2020. The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act) made two positive changes:
• It...more
On January 10th, 11th and 18th our tax attorneys ?hosted a "CPA Shoptalk" seminar in ?Portland, Vancouver and Bend. Below are ?some key takeaways to consider...
1. Partnership Audit Rules Post-TEFRA -
The Balanced...more
1/18/2018
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017. The Act changes many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, from individual and business provisions, to...more
1/12/2018
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017. The Act changes many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, from individual and business provisions, to...more
1/12/2018
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017. The Act changes many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, from individual and business provisions, to...more
1/11/2018
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017. The Act changes many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, from individual and business provisions, to...more
1/11/2018
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017. The Act changes many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, from individual and business provisions, to...more
1/10/2018
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017. The Act changes many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, from individual and business provisions, to...more
1/5/2018
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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Act”) was signed into law by President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017. The Act changes many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code, from individual and business provisions, to...more
12/29/2017
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