Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZ) is a new benefit created with the new tax reform legislation and is one of the largest incentives to taxpayers that we’ve seen in a long time. Although fairly complex in terms of timing, they are simple to set up and maintain—absolutely worth the effort in terms of tax savings. (View…
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If you’re planning to utilize the benefits of a Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ), you must invest your gain into a Qualified Opportunity Fund (QOF). They are fairly simple to create, but be cognizant of the tests to stay certified and the deadlines for avoiding penalties. Read on to learn more about how, when, and why…
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(Updated August 20, 2019) If you’re considering investing in a Qualified Opportunity Zone, you need to understand what the IRS considers to be “eligible improvements.” Some, but not all, necessary guidance has been issued about the types of property, businesses, and improvements that do and don’t qualify for this great incentive. We will continue to…
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The term “R&D Tax Credit” for Fresno business owners might conjure images of lab coats, high tech manufacturing lines, or in-depth computer research and cause them to think the credit couldn’t apply to them. This common misconception may be keeping some businesses from reaping thousands (or possibly even hundreds of thousands) of dollars in tax…
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The home office tax deduction has been difficult to claim in the past. Luckily, the IRS has made it far more accessible in recent years. How, you ask? By simplifying the process as a whole. The IRS released the simplified option in 2013 which can save taxpayers a significant amount of time and paperwork. The…
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My wife and I have recently started a family and are completely thrilled over becoming new parents. After coming home from the hospital, we very quickly realized that there are several new financial responsibilities that come with being a parent. We did our due diligence and felt prepared for most of the big changes, but…
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