Tax minimization strategies aren’t just for your wealth-building years. It is also critical to consider the taxes that could be assessed to your estate after your death. The cost of passing your wealth to beneficiaries can be shockingly high. Without careful planning, a lifetime of hard work and conscientious saving can be undone after your […]

Despite your best efforts, there is always a possibility that your tax bill will be larger than planned. For those on a tight budget, this can be a problem. Fortunately, if you can’t afford to pay your bill in full by the date it is due, the IRS offers several alternative options. The most important […]

The accounting profession is generally quite serious, but even the most solemn tax preparation specialists can find humor in the more outrageous deductions their clients have attempted. Creativity certainly has its place – and there is a long list of expenses that might qualify you for tax savings – but some taxpayers push the boundaries […]

When it comes to minimizing taxes, most people focus their efforts on maximizing deductions. They look for opportunities to reduce their taxable income by taking advantage of tax laws that allow a wide variety of expenses to be claimed as costs of doing business. This technique is a critical component of your comprehensive tax strategy, […]