During the 2020 Session of the Maryland General Assembly, Senate Bill 523 was passed, which authorized pass-through entities (PTEs) to elect to be taxed at the entity level for state income taxes. The bill took effect on July 1, 2020…. Read More
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Prior-Law Kiddie Tax Rates Retroactively Reinstated
Do your children or grandchildren receive unearned income from investments? Federal tax law contains provisions that are designed to prevent high-net-worth individuals from shifting investment income to children and young adults in lower tax brackets to minimize the family’s overall… Read More
The Possible Tax Consequences of PPP Loans
If your business was fortunate enough to get a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan taken out in connection with the COVID-19 crisis, you should be aware of the potential tax implications. PPP basics The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security… Read More
Paid Family and Medical Leave Under the Families First Act
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (a.k.a. Families First Act) requires that small to medium-sized businesses provide paid leave to employees affected by COVID-19 through two provisions: the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and the Emergency Family and Medical Leave… Read More
Avoid Penalties on Early Retirement Plan Account Withdrawals
Economic fallout from the COVID-19 crisis may cause some cash-strapped individuals to default on loans they’ve taken out from company qualified retirement plans, including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans. Defaulting on a plan loan will cause adverse tax and retirement-saving consequences…. Read More
Managing Supply Chain Disruptions Post COVD-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the global economy and drastically altered the way we conduct business. Supply chains worldwide are experiencing considerable disruptions as the U.S. and other countries continue to shut down in an effort to contain the coronavirus…. Read More
Why Do Partners Sometimes Report More Income on Tax Returns Than They Receive in Cash?
If you’re a partner in a business, you may have come across a situation that gave you pause. In a given year, you may be taxed on more partnership income than was distributed to you from the partnership in which… Read More
Business Vehicle Purchases: What Is Deductible for 2020?
Purchases of new and used business vehicles may qualify for tax breaks under current tax law. If you need a new vehicle to use for business purposes, review these details before you go shopping. Some vehicles may qualify for bigger… Read More
Cares Act Provisions May Boost Cash Flow
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act may be best known for its provisions designed to shore up the economy as the nation copes with the COVID-19 pandemic. These include distributing Economic Impact Payments to individuals and offering… Read More
Midyear Tax Planning Ideas for Individuals
The extended July 15 deadline for filing your 2019 federal income tax return is behind us. Now it’s time to think about your current federal tax situation. Tax planning is especially complicated for 2020. There are a lot of moving… Read More