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Is Your Pension Plan Fully Funded? Plan Your 2021 Retirement Contributions

Posted on January 26, 2021August 26, 2022 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance,
Is Your Pension Plan Fully Funded? Plan Your 2021 Retirement Contributions Did you know that there are over twenty-four (24) types of pension plans? Part one of this post will discuss the 2021funding contributions for the most common plans: SIMPLE IRA, 401Ks, and IRAs. Part two of this post will...
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What Are the Key Income Tax Filing Dates for 2021

Posted on January 20, 2021January 27, 2021 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance,
Few challenges can seem more daunting than trying to make sense of your tax obligations. But understanding IRS filing deadlines can help you or your business stay on track while avoiding potentially costly fees and penalties. With 2020 coming to a close and the new year quickly approaching, this is...
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What to Do If You Receive Notice Of A Tax Audit

Posted on January 12, 2021January 20, 2021 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance,
It’s every taxpayer’s nightmare—receiving a tax audit notice from the IRS. If you’re among the less than 1% of filers who receive a tax audit letter each year, don’t panic. An audit notice doesn’t mean you’re being accused of a crime or that you owe additional tax. There are many...
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Business Income Tax—How Does It Differ From Personal Income Tax?

Posted on January 5, 2021August 26, 2022 by Moskowitz LLP Business Law,
Under U.S. tax law, both individuals and businesses must pay tax on earned income. The way in which personal and business income are taxed, however, is very different. Here we’ll look specifically at business income tax, who must pay it, how tax rates are determined, and how business income tax...
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The Lost Art of Tracking Home Improvements

Posted on December 22, 2020January 5, 2021 by Moskowitz LLP Real Estate Law,
Proper record retention to maximize tax savings One of the more popular provisions in the federal tax code is the $250,000 capital gains exclusion ($500,000 for a married couple) of any profit made when selling your residence. But what happens if you rent out your home? What if you cannot...
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I Missed the Tax Filing Deadline – Now What?

Posted on December 17, 2020January 5, 2021 by Moskowitz LLP Estate Planning & Taxation, Tax Planning & Compliance,
This year has been incredibly uncertain in many personal and financial aspects, and many people missed the tax filing deadline and payments. The most important thing to do is to have your tax return(s) prepared and filed as soon as possible. This is because not only is it unlawful not...
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Amend or Not to Amend Your Tax Return?

Posted on December 8, 2020May 6, 2024 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance, Tax Services,
Is it always a good idea to amend your tax return if you find an error? There's usually an element of relief after your annual tax return has been filed. But what do you do if you find an error on your tax return? Should you always file an amended...
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Please Join Us for a Free Retirement Planning Webinar

Posted on December 2, 2020December 17, 2020 by Moskowitz LLP Webinar, Tax Planning & Compliance, Tax Services,
We’re writing to invite you to a free Zoom webinar about pension and benefit planning for business owners. Steve Moskowitz and Stephen Dobrow will discuss the tax incentives of the 24 available retirement plans, new legislation governing those plans, and creative reward programs. Stick around for a Q&A session after...
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6 End of Year Tax Accounting & Planning Considerations for Businesses

Posted on November 30, 2020August 26, 2022 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance,
Businesses have unique opportunities to lower tax burdens for themselves and their owners/shareholders. The end of the calendar year is the perfect time to look forward and to make plans to meet your business goals. 6 End of Year Tax Planning Considerations for Businesses: Did You Place Qualified Improvement Property...
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California’s “Exit Tax” Explained

Posted on November 24, 2020December 6, 2021 by Moskowitz LLP State & Local Taxation, Tax Planning & Compliance,
California is in the midst of a significant overhaul of its tax code, and there’s one bill in particular that has lots of people talking. Assembly Bill 2088 (AB 2088), which was introduced in Sacramento in August of 2020, would impose the state’s first wealth tax. And more controversially, it...
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November 2017 Tax Planning News From Moskowitz LLP

Posted on November 17, 2020August 26, 2022 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance,
Section 1: Tax Planning Section 2: PPP Loans for $50,000 or less Section 3: Donating Stock to Charities Section 4: Retirement Savings for Small Business Owners Tax Planning ‘Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail’ ~ Benjamin Franklin Franklin also wrote that “nothing is certain but death and taxes.” He...
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Common Types of Business Structures: Why They Matter

Posted on November 17, 2020November 24, 2020 by Moskowitz LLP Business Law, Tax Planning & Compliance,
If you’re considering purchasing an existing business or starting a new one from scratch, you’re going to need to consider what form of structure your business will take. There are several different types of business entities commonly used in the U.S., and each has its specific applications and advantages. The...
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End of Year Tax Planning 101 – It Pays to be Prepared

Posted on November 10, 2020September 23, 2022 by Moskowitz LLP Tax Planning & Compliance,
Although everyone’s financial and life situation is unique, the following are examples of tax opportunities and strategies that may be helpful to lower your overall tax burden. Individual taxpayers, please consider: No. 1 Tip: Have You Prepaid Enough Tax for 2020? One of the reasons for doing year-end tax planning...
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