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In this edition of our client newsletter, we cover the tax benefits for ridesharing drivers, the importance of using the right filing status when married, college education savings and much more.
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In this edition of our client newsletter, we cover the tax benefits for ridesharing drivers, the importance of using the right filing status when married, college education savings and much more.
Our goal is to provide you an unparalleled level of client service. If you see something that you want to talk about, please contact us to explore the possibilities. We rely on satisfied clients as the primary source of new business, and your referrals are both welcomed and most sincerely appreciated!
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What Trump’s Tax Proposals Mean To You And Your Business
On April 26, 2017, with some fanfare, the Trump administration has provided information on proposed tax law changes, many of which mirror his previous tax policy statements. Although these proposals lack significant detail, here is what the president proposes and how it might impact your tax liability:
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Who Controls the Funds in a Section 529 Plan?
This question frequently arises: Who controls the funds held in a Section 529 qualified tuition account? These accounts can become quite large, as they are limited only by the projected cost of a college education, and those costs will vary between state plans. Some states base their maximums on the cost of an in-state, four-year education, but others use the cost of the most expensive schools in the U.S.—including graduate studies. Most have limits in excess of $200,000, and some can reach $475,000 or more. Thus, it is only natural that those who fund an account would be concerned about who controls the account's distributions. This is especially true when grandparents or others are making contributions to an account that is limited only by gift-tax considerations.
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Consequences of Filing Married Separate
If you are married and thinking about not filing a joint return with your spouse, you will most likely use the married filing separate (MFS) filing status. If you are considering filing MFS, then you should be aware that the tax code is laced with special restrictions so that married individuals cannot benefit by filing MFS. This article describes some of the more frequently encountered issues when making the choice of filing status. Note: dollar amounts are those for 2017.
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Uber (and Lyft) Drivers' Tax Treatment
If you are one of the many individuals in the ridesharing business who is working through services such as Uber or Lyft - or if you are thinking of getting into this business - you may have some questions about the tax issues associated with this fast-growing business model. Generally, these drivers do not work full time, and their driving jobs are supplementary to their primary employment.
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Tax Implications of Crowdfunding
Raising money through Internet crowdfunding sites prompts questions about the taxability of the money raised. A number of sites host money-raising projects for fees ranging from 5 to 9%, including GoFundMe, Kickstarter, and Indiegogo. Each site specifies its own charges, limitations, and withdrawal processes. Whether the money raised is taxable depends upon the purpose of the fundraising campaign.
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Deducting Convention Expenses
Generally, an individual can deduct travel expenses from attending conventions, seminars or similar types of meetings within the North American area, provided that attendance benefits the taxpayer’s trade or business. However, family members’ travel expenses are not deductible, and neither are expenses from attending investment, political, social or other types of meetings not related to the taxpayer’s trade or business.
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Naming Your IRA Beneficiary - More Complicated Than You Might Expect
The decision concerning whom you wish to designate as the beneficiary of your traditional IRA is critically important. This decision affects:
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QUICKBOOKS TIP: Receiving Customer Payments
It’s one of your more pleasant tasks as a QuickBooks user: receiving payments from customers. Here’s how it works.
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Disclaimer: The tax advice included in this newsletter is an overview of some complex tax rules and is not intended as a thorough in-depth analysis of the tax issues discussed. Do not act on the information included in this newsletter without first determining how these issues apply to your particular set of circumstances and if there are any special tax laws or regulations that might apply to your situation.
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