Tax

Many companies are eligible for tax write-offs for certain equipment purchases and building improvements. These write-offs can do wonders for a business’s cash flow, but whether to claim them isn’t always an easy decision. In some cases, there are advantages to following the regular depreciation rules. So it’s critical to look at the big picture… View Article

Going all the way back to 2006, except for 2008, the federal tax code has offered a tax credit for making energy-saving improvements to a taxpayer’s home. This credit had expired after 2021 but has been given renewed life and substantially enhanced by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Under the old law, the credit… View Article

With the recent passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the electric vehicle credit has undergone some major changes. Although most of the changes take effect in 2023, to qualify for the current credit, vehicles purchased after August 15, 2022, are required to meet the final assembly requirement of the new law. That requirement… View Article

All too often, taxpayers wait until after the close of the tax year to worry about their taxes and miss opportunities that could reduce their tax liability or financially benefit them. Mid-year is the perfect time for tax planning. The following are some events that can affect your tax return; you may need to take… View Article

Do you own commercial or investment real estate that has substantially increased in value? If you sell the property, you may be hit with a huge capital gain tax liability. Possible solution: Consider a Section 1031 exchange (also known as a like-kind exchange) in which you swap qualifying properties while paying zero or little current… View Article

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are rising in demand, and some brands are already generating great results in their campaigns and providing a unique experience to customers. As the hype around NFTs continues, businesses need to understand how they can benefit. What is an NFT An NFT is a valuable digital asset created using blockchain. Unlike cryptocurrencies,… View Article

One highlight of the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA; HR 5376) is modifications to what are commonly referred to as “EV credits.” Specifically, Section 30D of the Act is where the most important modifications are, and where the present tax credit for electric vehicles is spelled out in the U.S. Code. There… View Article

On August 24, Governor Wolf announced that thousands of one-time rebates for claimants of the Property Tax/Rebate Program have started to be distributed. These rebates are a result of a proposal Governor Wolf made earlier this year that was signed into law earlier this month. This one-time bonus rebate, which will be paid to older… View Article

Oftentimes, the first house a person buys is an affordable condominium, townhouse, or older single-family dwelling also referred to as a “starter home.” It might be small and lack features they dream about such as new appliances in the kitchen or dual sinks in the bath, to a large yard or a garage. However, the… View Article

On August 7, the U.S. Senate voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The enormous bill—clocking in at 725 pages—contains a wide range of provisions and comes with a nearly $750 billion price tag. “The bill is fighting inflation and has a whole lot of collateral benefits as well,” said former Treasury Secretary Larry… View Article