Roth Conversion in 2021?
In 2020, a year when all income brackets benefited from lower tax rates, the stock market took a nosedive at the beginning of the pandemic. For investors sharp enough to see the opportunity…
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Tax-Free Student Loan Forgiveness is Part of the Latest Covid-19 Relief Bill
The recently passed American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021 includes a provision making nearly all student loan forgiveness tax-free, at least temporarily. Before the ARP, student loan forgiveness…
Why Traders Should Consider Making the Section 475 Election Before the Tax Deadline
The deadline has passed to elect Section 475 MTM for tax year 2020, but it’s still possible to do so for 2021. In this article, we’ll cover the basics about when and how to make the election.
Economic Stimulus, Making the Post Office Solvent Again, Gun Control, Voting Rights and Restricting China’s Influence
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (HR 1319) – This $1.9 trillion relief bill provides stimulus money to address the continued impact of COVID-19. Provisions include issuing $1,400 checks to…
3 Best Ways to Save for College
What if you could save enough for your child to go to college debt-free? It might sound impossible, but with dedication, hard work and careful planning, you can do just that. According to Dave Ramsey…
How Companies Can Become More Nimble During the Product Lifecycle
The majority of U.S. industrial product company CFOs have shared concerns that COVID-19 would impact their businesses negatively. For companies that develop and manufacture products, understanding the product…
Latest Stimulus Bill Provides More Relief for Americans and the Economy
Nearly one year after the COIVD-19 pandemic-driven shut-downs began the shutter the economy, Democrats pushed through another $1.9 trillion stimulus package by narrow margins with the President set to sign the bill.
The Return of Section 467 Rental Agreements
The Tax Reform Act of 1984 enacted a provision that commercial leases need to be tested under Internal Revenue Code section 467.
The Impact of COVID on Life Insurance
If someone you know died from COVID-19 and had an existing life insurance policy, there should be no problem receiving the death benefit. The terms of a life insurance contract cannot be changed after purchase, so anyone with a…
Four Essential Questions You Should Ask Your Tax Professional This Season Related to COVID-19
Good tax professionals ask the right questions to ensure they understand your situation and can help you to the best extent the law allows. Given the host of pandemic-related tax changes for 2020, it’s good to keep these…