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With release by the White House and Treasury of initial details regarding Biden Administration proposed 2021 tax reform, a primary focus in Washington, D.C., for the next seven months or so will be expected changes to the tax...more
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While many businesses and individuals will see a lower tax bill as a result of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, charitable organizations may ultimately be the biggest losers from the sweeping tax reform. The Tax Act includes...more
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