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Stepped-Up Basis: How It Affects Inherited Assets
An asset’s basis is its original purchase price, which determines how much tax will be owed when the asset is sold. When an asset is inherited, the so-called stepped-up basis…
The Importance of Accurate Real Estate Valuation in Tax Reporting
Real estate valuations have garnered increased attention in tax reporting over the last several years, driven by fluctuations in property prices and heightened oversight around how those values are reported.…
Retirement Plan Catch-up Contributions
Super-Catch-up and Catch-up as Roth Requirements Beginning January 1, 2026, significant changes will be implemented regarding retirement plan catch-up contributions for certain individuals. Both individuals and retirement plan sponsors need…
Meet Chang Moo – Supervisor, Tax
Chang Moo is a Supervisor in our Tax department and has been a member of our team since 2017. Prior to joining R&A, he worked for Deloitte and RSM. His…
Will the Appraiser You Select Withstand IRS Scrutiny?
If your business is in need of an appraisal, it is vital that you select the right appraiser. This case, Estate of Scott M. Hoensheid v. Commissioner (T.C. Memo 2023-34),…
Business Succession Planning: Defining Your Tax Strategy
Owning a successful business is often more than just a financial asset; it’s a culmination of hard work and dedication. It’s about carrying forward a legacy. Succession planning is the…
EV Tax Credits End in September 2025
Congress began creating tax incentives for purchasing energy efficient vehicles in 2005, and the Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2022 brought major expansion to the electric vehicle (EV) tax credit…
QuickBooks Desktop Slated to Sunset as Intuit Shifts to the Cloud
Like many vendors across the software industry, including Microsoft and Adobe, Intuit is sunsetting its long-running desktop product line in favor of its cloud-based model. QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT), used by…
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The Purpose of Form I-9: What Employers Need to Know
Every employer needs to complete Form I-9 for their employees. It is an important compliance document. Here is what you need to know.
Meet Junna Stockwell, CPA, Supervisor – Assurance
Junna is a supervisor in our Assurance department. In her role, she solves financial problems and helps provide accurate financial reporting for our clients.
The True Cost of Poor Recordkeeping
Poor recordkeeping can create costs that include problems with tax compliance, reporting, and planning—among others. Click for details and avoid these errors.
Meet Christopher Bezerra-Clark — Associate, Client Accounting Services
Get to know the R&A team! This month, featuring Christopher Bezerra-Clark from our Client Accounting Services team.
Claiming a Mileage Deduction on Your Tax Return
If you use your vehicle for business, charity, or medical purposes, you may be able to take a tax deduction. Here is what you need to know.
Installment Sales – Ins, Outs, Ups, & Downs
The installment method is a tax-reporting strategy that allows you to spread out the recognition of capital gains over multiple tax years when you finance an asset sale yourself. There is a lot to know—click for the details.
How Manufacturers Can Turn Innovation into Tax Benefits
Recent tax law changes have expanded the definition of qualifying research and development activities and created new opportunities for manufacturers to recover capital. Click for important details.