General Business
How to place fair value on minority interests
One plus one equals two, right? If we can agree on this, we can also say that the sum of the parts equals the whole.
But, as logical as this theory may seem, it may not hold true when determining the value of a shareholder’s minority interest in a business.
(8/30/2010)
Use wire transfers with care
Moving money by wire transfer eliminates some of the risk of forgery and fraud schemes of using paper checks. But if you don’t have proper procedures in place, it can also be a way that unscrupulous people can move enormous amounts of money out of your accounts, possibly into non-U.S. accounts. (8/16/2010)
How to reduce stress in the workplace
Stress has been described as America's No. 1 health problem. Some studies suggest that 75 percent of all primary care physician visits are for stress-related problems. Today, concerns about the economy and national security weigh heavily on the minds of employees. While employers can do little to reduce these stressors, they can work to reduce job-related stress by focusing on the most frequent causes. (8/2/2010)
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Washington Tax Update
Tax planning tip of the week
(8/25/2010)
What's new from the IRS
(8/25/2010)
What's new from the Courts
(8/25/2010)
It bears repeating
(8/25/2010)
TAX LAUGHS
(8/25/2010)
Monthly Tax Tips
Job hunting? Tax deductions you should know about
If you are looking for a new job, you may be able to deduct some of your job-search expenses on your tax return. One key thing to know is that you must be seeking a job in your current occupation. The deductions do not apply if you are looking for a new career. (9/1/2010)
First-time homebuyer credit extended
On July 2, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Homebuyer Assistance Improvement Act of 2010, which provides first-time home buyer credit relief to taxpayers who couldn't meet the June 30, 2010 closing date. This extension is intended to provide tax relief for those taxpayers who couldn't close on time because of backlogs at banks and federal programs involved in home buyer loans. (8/1/2010)
Homeowner cancellation of debt income requires expert assistance
The last several years have been particularly difficult for homeowners, many of whom may have experienced an unfortunate event with regard to their homes, such as a foreclosure or a short sale. (7/1/2010)