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The Search for Sodom: Claims and Controversy Part 2
In early November in this column, I described several candidate locations for the missing sin city of Sodom, all on the west, southwest, or east coasts of the Dead Sea.… Read More
Don’t Miss This Important Deadline
If you’re subject to required minimum distributions (RMDs), you must take your 2024 RMD by Dec. 31 to avoid penalties. RMDs are mandatory withdrawals from retirement plans such as 401(k)s,… Read More
Planning Ahead for Winter Break and the Holidays: Tips for Families
It’s hard to believe winter break for most kids and the holidays are coming up so soon. This year, the way Christmas and New Years falls, it creates almost two… Read More
Feeling Charitable? Be Sure You Can Substantiate Your Gifts
As the end of the year approaches, many people give more thought to supporting charities they favor. To avoid losing valuable charitable deductions if you itemize, you’ll need specific documentation,… Read More
The U.S. Election Outcome Likely to Have Major Impact on Taxes
Having won control of the White House, the Senate and the House of Representatives, Republicans will have the opportunity to move forward their vision for federal taxes. What might this… Read More
Recovering Lost Documents and Receiving Tax Relief After a Natural Disaster
It’s common for individual and business taxpayers to lose financial records during a natural disaster. Unfortunately, you usually need such records to document losses for your insurance company and to… Read More
Preparing for Thanksgiving Week with Kids
It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is next week. For many families with children, this has become Thanksgiving week in a sense with half days or no school to start the… Read More
What Ukrainian Leaders Secretly Feel About Trump and US Assistance
My goal this month was to find and describe for you the location of the legendary Biblical city of Sodom. But stuff happens. And after all, Sodom will still be… Read More
Want to Find Out What IRS Auditors Know About Your Industry?
To prepare for a business audit, an IRS examiner generally researches the specific industry and issues on the taxpayer’s return. Examiners may use IRS Audit Techniques Guides (ATGs). A little-known… Read More
Tax-Saving Moves Businesses Should Consider Before Year End
Now is a good time to consider year-end moves that can help reduce your business’s 2024 taxes. The effectiveness of a particular action depends on the circumstances of your business.… Read More
The Search for Sodom: Part 1
Most Americans have heard the Biblical tale of Sodom and Gomorrah, sinful cities destroyed with fire and brimstone by God, who spared only Lot and some of his family. So,… Read More
7 Year-End Tax Planning Tips for Individuals
As the holidays approach, it’s time to consider tax planning moves that will help lower your 2024 taxes, as well as set you up for tax savings in future years.… Read More