Apr 29, 2019 | Individuals
Unforeseen disasters happen all the time and they may cause damage to your home or personal property. Before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, eligible casualty loss victims could claim a deduction on their tax returns. But there are new restrictions that make these...
Mar 4, 2019 | Individuals
When you file your 2018 income tax return, you’ll likely find that some big tax law changes affect you. Yes, individual income tax rates have decreased. But the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has also made significant changes to personal exemptions, standard...
Jun 11, 2018 | Individuals
Many Americans relocate to another state when they retire. If you’re thinking about such a move, state and local taxes should factor into your decision, because the total cost of state income taxes, local property taxes, sales taxes, and other taxes can be a major...
Apr 30, 2018 | Small Business
When a company’s deductible expenses exceed its income, generally a net operating loss (NOL) occurs. If when filing your 2017 income tax return you found that your business had an NOL, there is an upside: tax benefits. But beware — the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)...
Mar 26, 2018 | Individuals
Home ownership is a key element of the American dream for many, and the U.S. tax code includes many tax deductions that help support this dream. If you own a home, you may be eligible for several valuable breaks when you file your 2017 return. But under the Tax Cuts...