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Determining Whether an Activity is a Trade or Business

Determining Whether an Activity is a Trade or Business

Whether a revenue-generating activity constitutes a trade or business is typically straightforward — until it isn’t. The most common confusion on this issue arises around hobbies that generate revenue and investments that involve personal involvement. Many of these activities are challenging to distinguish from trades or businesses. Having the status of a trade or business […]

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Corporate Transparency Act

Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act: Implications for Businesses and Compliance

Overview The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) takes effect on January 1, 2024, introducing significant reporting requirements for many privately held entities, known as Reporting Companies. The CTA aims to enhance transparency to combat tax fraud, money laundering, and other illegal activities. Reporting Companies must submit ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a

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Beneficial Owner Information (BOI) reporting

Updated FAQ by the IRS for the Beneficial Owner Information (BOI) reporting

The updated FAQs from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the Treasury Department provide new information regarding the implementation of access to beneficial ownership information (BOI) as outlined in Section 6403 of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), P.L. 116-283. According to the updated FAQs released on Thursday, the phased rollout of BOI access will

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Trusts as S corporation shareholders

Trusts as S corporation shareholders

Understanding S Corporation Shareholder Eligibility The S corporation structure offers advantages for many businesses, but adherence to Internal Revenue Code (IRC) and Treasury regulations is crucial to maintaining S corporation status. Compliance is essential to avoid jeopardizing the S corporation standing, which is subject to specific mandates outlined in the IRC. 100-Shareholder Limit and Eligibility

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annual inflation adjustments

Announcement by IRS for annual inflation adjustments for tax year 2024

IRS Announces 2024 Tax Provisions Update The IRS released details on Thursday regarding the annual inflation adjustments for over 60 tax provisions applicable to tax year 2024. These changes, including increases in the standard deduction for both married couples and single individuals, are expected to impact tax returns filed in 2025. The specifics of these

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Navigating Commercial Condo Association Tax Returns A Simplified Guide

Navigating Commercial Condo Association Tax Returns: A Simplified Guide

As the popularity of commercial condominium projects surges, so do the associated tax complexities. Managing the tax return for a commercial condo association can be a challenge without strategic tax planning.  Understanding Commercial Condominium Projects Commercial condo projects enable individuals to own office spaces while sharing common areas like entrances, reception areas, parks, hallways, and

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How to Mitigate AMT Impact on Stock Options Comprehend, Exercise, Mitigate

How to Mitigate AMT Impact on Stock Options Comprehend, Exercise, Mitigate

Incentive stock options (ISOs) can significantly enhance employment benefits, but ISO tax treatment, particularly the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), often goes unnoticed. Mastering the strategies to sidestep AMT on stock options is crucial for maximizing income.  Understanding AMT AMT, or alternative minimum tax, is a potential tax liability associated with the exercise of ISOs. During

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