Do you pay premiums for Medicare health insurance? You may be able to combine them with other qualifying health care expenses and claim them as an itemized deduction for medical expenses on your tax return. This includes amounts for “Medigap” insurance and Medicare Advantage plans,...
Teachers who are getting their classrooms ready for a new school year often pay for some of their classroom supplies out-of-pocket. They may be able to get some of that cost back by taking advantage of a special tax break for educators. This deduction improved...
The qualified business income (QBI) deduction, authorized by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), is available to owners of pass-through entities — such as S corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies (LLCs) — as well as self-employed individuals. This article highlights how the QBI...
For employers and their employees traveling for business this year, there are a number of considerations to keep in mind. Under the tax law, in order to claim deductions, certain requirements for out-of-town business travel within the United States must be met. The rules apply...
Because of the economic impact of inflation, many companies may need to conserve cash and not buy much equipment this year. As a result, the business may not be able to claim as many depreciation tax deductions as in the past. However, if the company...
Although the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act took much of the “teeth” out of the AMT by raising the inflation-adjusted exemption, high-income earners (and even some middle-income earners) should still watch out for its bite. This article discusses the basic rules and the role of...
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act fixed a legislative glitch that prevented businesses from claiming 100% bonus depreciation for qualified improvement property. This brief article describes the situation and advises business owners to keep this tax break in mind....
Now more than ever, small business owners need to double-check their tax returns before filing. Why? Because many of the changes ushered in by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act take effect with the 2018 tax year. This brief article notes some important revisions....
As a matter of convenience, many of today’s employers provide meals to employees. A recent tax law change, however, may curtail this practice because it limits the tax benefits. This brief article looks at the changing deductibility rules brought forth by the recently passed Tax...
