by Lori Bowden | Apr 4, 2024 | Newsletter, Tax
Payable-on-death (POD) accounts can be a quick, simple, and inexpensive way to transfer assets outside of probate. They can be used for bank or credit union accounts, certificates of deposit, and even brokerage accounts. Setting up such an account is as easy as...
by Lori Bowden | Apr 3, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
Businesses shut down for many reasons. Examples include an owner’s retirement, a lease expiration, staffing shortages, partner conflicts, and increased supply costs. If you’ve decided to close your business, you might need assistance with some steps in the process,...
by Lori Bowden | Apr 2, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
If you own a C corporation, you know there’s a tax advantage to taking money out as compensation rather than as dividends. The reason: A corporation can deduct the salaries and bonuses that it pays executives, but it can’t deduct dividend payments. Therefore, if funds...
by Lori Bowden | Apr 1, 2024 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
Generally, the IRS has three years to audit a tax return, from the later of the due date of the return or the date you file. You can also file an amended return within this time frame if you overlooked something. Here’s what you need to know about keeping financial...
by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Dec 15, 2023 | Business, Fraud, Newsletter, Tax
Starting January 1, 2024, many companies will need to follow the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), established under the National Defense Act in 2021. This Act requires these companies to reveal information about people who own or control them, known as Beneficial...
by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Dec 4, 2023 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
Your business can attract and retain employees by providing education benefits that enable team members to improve their skills and gain additional knowledge, all on a tax-advantaged basis. Here’s a closer look at some education benefits options. Educational...
