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Small Business Alert: The 100% Penalty That Hits Hard
4/14/25 4:55 PM

Small Business Alert: The 100% Penalty That Hits Hard

Some tax sins are much worse than others. An example is failing to pay over federal income and employment taxes that have been withheld from ...

Tax Planning Tax Compliance Accounting and Financial Operations
Are You a Tax-Favored Real Estate Professional?
4/14/25 4:54 PM

Are You a Tax-Favored Real Estate Professional?

For federal income tax purposes, the general rule is that rental real estate losses are passive activity losses (PALs). An individual taxpayer can ...

Tax Planning Real Estate and Construction
3/17/25 2:32 PM

Do You Have an Excess Business Loss?

If an individual taxpayer has substantial business losses, unfavorable federal income tax rules can potentially come into play. Here’s what you need ...

Tax Planning Real Estate and Construction Guide
Can I Itemize Deductions on My Tax Return?
3/17/25 2:32 PM

Can I Itemize Deductions on My Tax Return?

You may wonder if you can claim itemized deductions on your tax return. Perhaps you made charitable contributions and were told in the past they ...

Tax Planning Tax Compliance
Financial Relief for Families: The Benefits of the Child Tax Credit
3/17/25 2:32 PM

Financial Relief for Families: The Benefits of the Child Tax Credit

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has long been a valuable tax break for families with qualifying children. Whether you’re new to claiming the credit or ...

Tax Planning Guide
A Heavy Vehicle Plus a Home Office Equals Tax Savings
3/17/25 2:32 PM

A Heavy Vehicle Plus a Home Office Equals Tax Savings

New and used “heavy” SUVs, pickups and vans placed in service in 2025 are potentially eligible for significant first-year depreciation write-offs. ...

Tax Planning Tax Compliance Manufacturing Guide
Boost Benefits with PA’s New Employer Tax Credit for 529 Contributions
3/4/25 1:34 PM

Boost Benefits with PA’s New Employer Tax Credit for 529 Contributions

In today's competitive job market, offering meaningful benefits can set your company apart and help attract and retain top talent. Pennsylvania's new ...

Tax Planning
'What Now?' A Trustee / Executor's Guide to Getting Started
12/18/24 12:43 PM

'What Now?' A Trustee / Executor's Guide to Getting Started

Have you been named as executor of your parent's estate? What does this job entail? Acting as an executor of an estate can involve a great deal of ...

Tax Planning Guide
Year-End Tax Moves: It's Not Too Late!
12/18/24 12:43 PM

Year-End Tax Moves: It's Not Too Late!

As the end of the year draws near, savvy taxpayers look for ways to reduce their tax bills. This year, the sense of urgency is higher for many ...

Tax Planning Guide