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Tax Planning Opportunities for High Net Worth Individuals

Despite the election results, taxes are going up!  Although major tax law changes are set to take place in 2013, there are opportunities for high net worth individuals. Below are a few planning opportunities. Tax Provisions Which May Impact Planning Opportunities

Tax Planning Opportunities for Business Owners

Unless Congress acts quickly, taxes are going up!  Although major tax law changes are set to take place in 2013, there are some planning opportunities for business owners: Tax Provisions Which May Impact Planning Opportunities ■       Federal estate tax exemption decreasing

Audit Beware: IRS’ Global High Wealth Industry Group

A recent article in the Wall Street Journal discussed the new IRS’ Global High Wealth Industry Group. Over 1 year ago we warned readers of the new group when Commissioner Shulman announced its formation in an address to the American

New offshore account disclosure law

To pay for the hiring incentives in the recently enacted “Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act” (the 2010 HIRE Act), Congress passed several offsetting revenue raisers, including a comprehensive set of measures to reduce offshore noncompliance by giving IRS new

Year End Estate Planning Tips – Make Annual Exclusion Gifts

This year the annual gift tax exclusion is $13,000 per person and in 2010 the exclusion will remain the same.

Navigating the Step-Up Tax Basis Rule

Do not try this at home alone. Consult with your tax adviser to determine the best course of action regarding your entire tax liability.