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Published by Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A.

http://www.businessandtaxlawyerblog.com/

Jun 7
Who qualifies as a Sharholder of an S Corporation

Who qualifies as a Sharholder of an S Corporation

An S corporation is a type of tax structure used by many business owners today. To be clear, an S corporation is not a type of business entity. It is purely a taxation election made with the IRS by "checking the box". It allows a business…
May 21
Employee v Independent contractor: who is what?

Employee v Independent contractor: who is what?

Whether someone is your employee or an independent contractor is a very important factual determination when it comes to unemployment and taxes. The IRS, Department of Labor, different state departments, state departments of labor,…
May 17
General Information on Trademark

General Information on Trademark

A trademark is a name, logo or some marketing device used by a business to identify a product. Words, logos, the shape and/or color of product packaging, the product itself, uniforms, building shapes, telephone, colors, sounds, even scents…

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Subchapter Tax

Covers tax law. By an NYU LL.M. student.

http://subchaptertax.wordpress.com/

Jun 5
Tax Policy Center: Income Taxes of the Presidential Candidates: Why They Paid What They Paid

Tax Policy Center: Income Taxes of the Presidential Candidates: Why They Paid What They Paid

Tax Policy Center developed an interactive tool that analyzes the 2011 federal income tax returns of President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, Mitt Romney, and a typical middle-class married couple with children. The interactive tool…
Apr 25
Tax Withholding: More Money Now or Refund Later?

Tax Withholding: More Money Now or Refund Later?

Kiplinger article Wall Street Journal article Tax Withholding Calculator
Apr 21
Your 2011 Federal Taxpayer Receipt

Your 2011 Federal Taxpayer Receipt

In his 2011 State of the Union Address, President Obama stated that American taxpayers would be able to use an online tool to see how their federal tax dollars are spent. The receipt tool allows you to enter your federal tax burden or select…

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Simrin Law

Covers tax law issues.

http://www.simrinlaw.com/blog/

May 19
International Interference with Expected Inheritance

International Interference with Expected Inheritance

For the first time, a California court has recognized the tort of intentional interference with an expected inheritance (IIEI). (12 C.D.O.S. 4917.) Prior to the adoption of this tort, a person had no legal recourse when he or she reasonably…
May 19
Intentional Interference with Expected Inheritance

Intentional Interference with Expected Inheritance

For the first time, a California court has recognized the tort of intentional interference with an expected inheritance (IIEI). (12 C.D.O.S. 4917.) Prior to the adoption of this tort, a person had no legal recourse when he or she…
May 19
International Interference with Expected Inheritance

International Interference with Expected Inheritance

For the first time, a California court has recognized the tort of intentional interference with an expected inheritance (IIEI). (12 C.D.O.S. 4917.) Prior to the adoption of this tort, a person had no legal recourse when he or she…

Rank this Week: 4124

A Taxing Affair

Covers federal tax laws, Internal Revenue Service collections enforcement and tax problem resolution. By Muñoz & Morales.

http://ataxingaffair.com/

May 15
When and How to Amend Your Federal Income Tax Return

When and How to Amend Your Federal Income Tax Return

You have submitted your income tax return and now you’ve discovered an error…. Perhaps you missed a credit or deduction for which you were eligible. Perhaps you failed to include income reported on a Form 1099. Don’t fret. You…
Apr 17
HURRY!! Last Minute Tips for Taxpayer

HURRY!! Last Minute Tips for Taxpayer

Hello Fellow Taxpayers! Today is the deadline for filing your income tax return or filing for a six-month extension of time to file your return. You need to mail either your tax return or your request for extension TODAY. We…
Mar 9
Happy Tax Season Series: Tax Credit for Child and Dependent Care Expense

Happy Tax Season Series: Tax Credit for Child and Dependent Care Expense

If you paid someone to care for your child, spouse, or dependent last year, you may qualify to claim the Child and Dependent Care Credit when you file your federal income tax return. Below are some important points about the credit for…

Rank this Week: 2819

Canadian Tax Law Blog

Covers the taxation of individuals, corporations, trusts and partnerships in Canada. By Lawson Lundell LLP.

http://www.canadiantaxlawblog.com/

May 14
Tax Blog Shutting Down

Tax Blog Shutting Down

Thank you for following our Canadian Tax Law Blog. Please note this blog will be shut down by June 1, 2012. You may continue to access our tax resources by visiting www.lawsonlundell.com/resources.html. For information on our Tax Group visit…
Mar 15
Employee Life and Health Trusts and Health and Welfare Trust

Employee Life and Health Trusts and Health and Welfare Trust

The relatively recent introduction of Employee Life and Health Trusts (“ELHT”) resulted in significant uncertainty in the pension benefits industry in Canada. After commentary from the pension benefits community, legislation from the…
Mar 7
Canadian Tax Rates, Not Quite a Tax Haven

Canadian Tax Rates, Not Quite a Tax Haven

Canada has not historically been known for its favourable levels of taxation. However, in the course of the past decade, corporate tax rates have been steadily reduced with the result that favourable rates of taxation are incurred by…

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Tax Masters Blog

Discusses IRS tax relief, tax representation, and topical tax information. By Patrick Cox.

http://www.txmstr.com/blog

Apr 10
Welcome Creditor

Welcome Creditor

Chapter 11 Case No. 12-32065U.S. Bankruptcy Court – Southern District of TexasHon. David R. Jone
Mar 7
IRS Offers Fresh Start Initiative: Penalty Relief, Streamlined Installment Agreement Rules Loosened

IRS Offers Fresh Start Initiative: Penalty Relief, Streamlined Installment Agreement Rules Loosened

In a press release March 3, 2012 the IRS announced substantial penalty relief to unemployed persons and a 100% increase in the size of IRS debt that will qualify for the Streamlined Installment Agreement program. TaxMasters applauds the…
Jun 10
Streamlined Offer in Compromise Program Update

Streamlined Offer in Compromise Program Update

Streamlined Offer in Compromise Program Update FREE! Click here for our Streamlined Offer in Compromise Program analysis.

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Toronto Estates & Trusts Monitor

Discusses the complications, pitfalls, and the overall state of affairs of trusts and estates in Canada. By Megan F. Connolly.

http://www.torontoestatemonitor.com/

Mar 7
A Faulty Settlement and Some Buyer's Remorse

A Faulty Settlement and Some Buyer's Remorse

The recent decision of the Superior Court of Justice in the Murphy Estate considers what happens when parties to a proceeding settle a matter on the basis of faulty facts and one of the parties suffers from “buyer’s remorse”.
Mar 5
Some Tips on Paying Estate Debt

Some Tips on Paying Estate Debt

One of an estate trustee’s duties is to pay the debts that a deceased individual owed when he or she died. As I have previously discussed, the estate trustee is generally not personally liable for the deceased’s debts – they are paid…
Feb 29
Expecting An Inheritance? You Might Not Be Getting One

Expecting An Inheritance? You Might Not Be Getting One

Investor’s Group, a financial services company in Canada, recently released the results of a survey regarding people’s expectations when it comes to receiving an inheritance or leaving one to others.

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Los Angeles California Tax…

Los Angeles California Tax Attorney Blog

Covers bankruptcy, fraud and criminal tax, offer in compromise, and other tax news and updates. Published by Los Angeles attorney, Victor Yoo of the Tax Lawyers Group.

http://www.irstaxlawattorney.com/

Jan 10
2012 NEW IRS Voluntary Disclosure Program for Offshore and Foreign Bank Account Holders.

2012 NEW IRS Voluntary Disclosure Program for Offshore and Foreign Bank Account Holders.

Foreign Bank Account Tax Amnesty Attorney:
Oct 10
California Sales Tax Audit: Who Needs to Pay California Sales Tax or Use Tax?

California Sales Tax Audit: Who Needs to Pay California Sales Tax or Use Tax?

OUT-OF-STATE SELLERS: DO YOU NEED TO REGISTER WITH CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION FOR SALES AND USE TAX? State of California taxes are governed by the following entities: California BOE Sales Tax California Income Tax Franchise…
Jul 12
CALIFORNIA SALES TAX: OUT OF STATE SELLERS SALES TAX LIABILITY

CALIFORNIA SALES TAX: OUT OF STATE SELLERS SALES TAX LIABILITY

OUT-OF-STATE SELLERS: DO YOU NEED TO REGISTER WITH CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION FOR SALES AND USE TAX? State of California taxes are governed by the following entities: California BOE Sales Tax California Income Tax Franchise…

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Colorado Estate Planning

Covers Colorado Springs estate planning & administration plus business & tax planning. By Kevin Forbush.

http://blog.forbushlegal.com/

Sep 2
For-profit and Non-profit nursing home

For-profit and Non-profit nursing home

The GAO study reinforced that for-profit nursing homes – which account for more than two-thirds of nursing homes nationwide – had more frequent and serious deficiencies than non-profit homes.
Sep 1
Trust reformation

Trust reformation

Even the best laid plans can face unexpected bumps. So what happens when a trustee or beneficiary needs to alter the language of an irrevocable trust and can't turn to the settlor for help because he or she may now be deceased? The answer is…
Aug 31
Inheriting a Retirement Account

Inheriting a Retirement Account

7 Steps to Take When Inheriting a Retirement Account

Rank this Week: 1532

Estates of Mind

Covers estate planning and wealth preservation. By Mark A. Ziebold.

http://estatesofmind.blogspot.com/

Jul 27
Uncertainty and what it means for you

Uncertainty and what it means for you

I have been receiving the same type of question from many clients lately. In each instance, the question centers around the activities of the government in spending more money than we have (and printing what it doesn't have!) and what that…
Jul 27
Teaching in the Fall

Teaching in the Fall

I'll be teaching Federal Income Taxation in the Fall Semester at Trinity law School. For any students reading this, we'll be going through many of the fundamental code sections that are important in this practice area and focusing on…
Feb 2
Highlighted Charity for February 2011

Highlighted Charity for February 2011

This month's featured charity is The Foundation for Hope and Innovation. Their website and other information can be found here: They are a 501(c)(3) organization that was formed to do cancer research. They are passionate about doing…

Rank this Week: 4459

Future of the Federal Estate Tax

Covers estate tax reform. By Hani Sarji.

http://mhs.typepad.com/threepointfive-45/

Jul 4
[EOC]Let Freedom Ring With Gift Of Firearm

[EOC]Let Freedom Ring With Gift Of Firearm

My previous post highlights how Americans are generous, despite a challenging economy. An earlier post mentioned that donating firearms could help the donor, the donor’s family, the charitable organization, and all Americans who get a…
Jul 4
[EOC]Americans Are Generous, Despite Economy

[EOC]Americans Are Generous, Despite Economy

A recent report highlights the generosity of Americans. Giving USA 2011: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2010 finds that Americans contributed about 2 percent of disposable income in 2010. The executive summary of the report…
Jul 4
[EOC]The Most Important Historical Gun In History Of United State

[EOC]The Most Important Historical Gun In History Of United State

I have been researching estate planning for firearms, and I came across a video that is worth sharing today, a day on which we celebrate the United States and reflect on its history. The video is about the Girandoni air rifle, which is on…

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Cut Your Tax

Provides tax tips and tax planning advice. By Hedeker & Perrelli, Ltd.

http://www.cutyourtax.com/news-and-blog/

May 30
Facing a Tax Levy on a Single Member LLC

Facing a Tax Levy on a Single Member LLC

If you own a single member LLC and owe personal back taxes, there are certain ways the IRS can and cannot leverage your business assets to secure the money.
May 15
Inherited IRAs Demystified

Inherited IRAs Demystified

Since IRAs have become a popular retirement tool, it was only a matter of time before inherited IRAs become a common place. When the owner of an IRA passes away, the named beneficiary inherits the account. Inherited IRAs have restrictions and…
May 1
Using Roth IRA Income to Fund Retirement

Using Roth IRA Income to Fund Retirement

If you're in or near retirement, chances are you've already heard that you can use Roth IRA income as a key tool in funding your retirement. That’s because, while money going into a Roth IRA is taxed, all earnings are tax-free, as long as…

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Wisconsin Estate Planning and Tax…

Wisconsin Estate Planning and Tax Law Blog

Commentary on estate planning, tax law, and elder law. By Nathan J. Dosch.

http://www.wisconsinestateandtaxblog.com/

Apr 12
Upcoming Webinar: Estate Planning for Digital Asset

Upcoming Webinar: Estate Planning for Digital Asset

On Wednesday, April 20th at 11am (central) Digital Estate Planning, LLC is sponsoring 1.5 hour seminar titled, "Estate Planning for Digital Assets." I will be presenting along with Attorney Joe Boucher from Neider & Boucher, S.C. and…
Apr 1
Wisconsin Lawyer Article on Estate Planning for Digital Asset

Wisconsin Lawyer Article on Estate Planning for Digital Asset

I have been meaning to post a link and video from an article Attorney Joe Boucher and I were fortunate enough write for the Wisconsin Lawyer magazine in December 2010 titled, E-Legacy: Estate Planning for Digital Assets. The State Bar of…
Jan 26
IRS Wins S-Corp Compensation Case

IRS Wins S-Corp Compensation Case

The case, Watson, P.C. v.

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IRS Tax Resolution Blog

Covers IRS tax issues, tax resolution and tax debts. By ProTect Law Group.

http://www.irstaxresolutionblog.com/

Jan 28
Reaffirmation Hearing in San Jose, CA

Reaffirmation Hearing in San Jose, CA

The US Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California has several locations: San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, and Santa Rosa. Each location has its own personalities based on the trustees, judges, and court proceedings. The San Jose,…
Jan 27
Confirmation Hearing in Oakland, CA

Confirmation Hearing in Oakland, CA

TMZ reported on September 1, 2010 in "Rapper Young Buck: I'm Bankrupt ... Not Broke!" that a well known rapper filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy to get his finances back in order after his home was raided by federal agents for tax debts.
Jan 26
Attending a Meeting of Creditors in Oakland, CA

Attending a Meeting of Creditors in Oakland, CA

The US Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California has several locations: San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, Santa Rosa. When a debtor files bankruptcy, s/he usually chooses the court closest to where s/he lives.

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New York Trusts & Estates Law…

New York Trusts & Estates Law Blog

Covers New York wills, trusts, estates, and elder law. By Saul Elnadav.

http://trustsestateslaw.com

May 4
Lecture announcement: “Equity in the 21st Century, a Surrogate’s Court Perspective”

Lecture announcement: “Equity in the 21st Century, a Surrogate’s Court Perspective”

I received the following via e-mail:
Mar 10
Richard Epstein on the estate tax

Richard Epstein on the estate tax

Richard Epstein, responding to Paul Krugman’s Op-Ed in the New York Times, defends the Republic position on unemployment benefits, the estate tax and health care. With regard to the estate tax he writes:
Mar 5
Jewish Legal Perspective

Jewish Legal Perspective

Avrohom Gefen and I recently launched a new blog, Jewish Legal Perspectives (http://www.jlperspectives.org). We are posting regularly. Share/Save

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Talking Taxes

Discusses federal, state and local tax reform, with an emphasis on fair and adequate taxation. By the Citizens for Tax Justice.

http://www.ctj.org/blog/

Jan 30
Nevada GOP Gubernatorial Candidate: Scrap the Cap

Nevada GOP Gubernatorial Candidate: Scrap the Cap

GOP gubernatorial candidate Mike Montandon is making his views on Nevada property tax reform known-- and so far they all seem quite sensible.As reported by the North Lake Tahoe Bonanza, Montandon thinks:(1) it's absurd that Nevada remains the…
Dec 22
Can Louisiana Double Its Gas Tax?

Can Louisiana Double Its Gas Tax?

In January, Louisiana lawmakers will be hearing a lot about exactly how big that state's transportation funding shortfall is, as a committee releases the findings of a long-term study of this problem. But House Transportation Committee…
Dec 22
Hawaii: A Budgetary Shell Game, or Just Train Robbery?

Hawaii: A Budgetary Shell Game, or Just Train Robbery?

This week Hawaii Governor Linda Lingle released the outline of her budget proposal for next year. It's not a pretty picture: the two most prominent tax policy changes in the Lingle plan are a money grab from county governments and a money…

Rank this Week: 3443

Atlanta Tax Lawyer

Covers federal and state taxation of income, estates, gifts and trusts. By Gary Britt.

http://www.atlantataxlawyer.info/

Jan 24
More Info On IRS Free E-File Online

More Info On IRS Free E-File Online

IRS e-file: It’s Safe; It’s Easy; It’s Time
Jan 24
Free Income Tax Filing Software With E-File Available Through IRS

Free Income Tax Filing Software With E-File Available Through IRS

Free File Now Available to Almost All Taxpayers; Software Can Help Find New Economic Recovery Tax Breaks that Could Be OverlookedVideos:
Jan 24
Tax Credit Helps Pay for Higher Education Expense

Tax Credit Helps Pay for Higher Education Expense

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was passed in early 2009 and created the American Opportunity Credit. This educational tax credit – which expanded the existing Hope credit – helps parents and students pay for college and…

Rank this Week: 4483

You and Yours Blawg

Covers business law, elder law, estate planning and tax law. By Deirdre R. Wheatley-Liss.

http://youandyoursblawg.blogspot.com/

Aug 6
You and Yours Blawg is Moving

You and Yours Blawg is Moving

Category: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate and Inheritance Tax, Business Law and Planning, Tax Law and Planning, Probate and Estate Administration, Financial Planning, Miscellaneous Musing
Mar 20
Haven't Paid NJ Taxes? Now Might Be the Time

Haven't Paid NJ Taxes? Now Might Be the Time

Category: Tax Law and PlanningCourtesy of JH Cohn:New Jersey Enacts Tax Amnesty Program"New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine has signed a bill creating a 45-day New Jersey state tax amnesty period that will end no later than June 15, 2009.…
Mar 16
Lets get Banks Lending - SBA Loan Guarantee Amount to 90%

Lets get Banks Lending - SBA Loan Guarantee Amount to 90%

Category: Business Law and Planning

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Tax Info Blog

Covers taxes. By Ryan Ellis & Associates.

http://www.taxinfoblog.com/

Mar 10
The End of Tax Info Blog

The End of Tax Info Blog

As you can tell from the date posts on this blog, I haven't updated in awhile. After months of telling myself I would, I just don't think I'm going to be able to consistently deliver content. Between the day job, the tax business, and my…
Sep 15
Glut of Posts Will Be Up Later This Week

Glut of Posts Will Be Up Later This Week

Sorry I've been slow to post--lots going on moving-wise.
Sep 2
Moving Expense or Medical Expense?

Moving Expense or Medical Expense?

Q: I have to move from my second floor condo to a ground floor because the steps are too much for me as I have a medical issue. Are my moving expenses tax deductible ? What if I were to install an elevator? Mary Kate A: As a moving expense,…

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Tax Blog

Discusses tax law, tax legislation, and other IRS tax happenings. By Kreig Mitchell.

http://www.irstaxtrouble.com/category/tax-blog/

Aug 4
Using a Subchapter S Corporation to Reduce Payroll Taxes for a Sole Proprietorship or Partnership?

Using a Subchapter S Corporation to Reduce Payroll Taxes for a Sole Proprietorship or Partnership?

Sole proprietors and partners who provide services to their partnership business have to pay self-employment taxes on the income they earn from the business. Self-employment taxes include Social Security and Medicare taxes. The owner of the…
Jul 31
IRS Provides Guidance on Whistleblower Informant Program

IRS Provides Guidance on Whistleblower Informant Program

The IRS whistleblower program allows taxpayers to obtain payment from the IRS for providing information about alleged tax wrongdoing by other taxpayers. According to the new guidance issued by the IRS, there has been a significant increase in…
Jul 29
Hiring A Tax Attorney to Abate A Tax Penalty

Hiring A Tax Attorney to Abate A Tax Penalty

Tax penalties present taxpayers with unique issues to consider. Wilson v. Commissioner, T.C. Summary Opinion 2008-91, describes the situation where a tax attorney represents a taxpayer with a tax penalty that was imposed for a tax return…

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Tax Exempt Law Student Blog

Covers the law of tax exempt entities. By Jedediah Bodger.

http://taxexemptlaw.blogspot.com/

Mar 1
Another Blow to the Perpetual Student!

Another Blow to the Perpetual Student!

The Tax Court held that a taxpayer could not deduct the $33,000 cost of obtaining a Harvard M.B.A. as an educational expense under Reg. § 1.162-5. Foster v. Commissioner, T.C. Summ. Op. 2008-22 (2/28/08). The court concluded that her…
Mar 1
More Unrelated Business Income for Charities in Economic Downturn

More Unrelated Business Income for Charities in Economic Downturn

When the economy starts to hit the skids, as is currently happening, people tightent their belt, and superfluous spending such as charitable donations is heavily reduced. As a result, charities engage in more business activity to hold them…
Mar 1
Guidance on the 990 Postcard

Guidance on the 990 Postcard

On February 25, 2008, the IRS issued guidance on the Form 990-N, the "e-Postcard," filing requirement of small tax-exempt organizations (i.e., those with gross receipts annually of $25,000 or less). The Pension Protection Act of 2006…

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Tax & Business Law Commentary

Comments on tax and business law developments. By Stuart Levine.

http://taxbiz.blogspot.com/

Jan 19
Whips and Chains?

Whips and Chains?

The following question was posed on the Maryland State Bar Association's Small and Solo Practice listserv discussion group:Hello List,
Jan 13
Original Intent on Representing the Unpopular

Original Intent on Representing the Unpopular

In 1770, a prominent Boston lawyer represented the Capt. Thomas Preston and the British soldiers after the Boston Massacre. They were immensely unpopular. This account of that lawyer's recollection of his retention for the defense was…
Jan 11
Housekeeping

Housekeeping

This post is just to clear a problem between Blogger and Bloglines.

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Frederick Focke Mischler

Reviews accounting, tax, and legal issues that face businesses and business owners in Ohio.

http://fredmischler.blogs.com/

Apr 13
Health Care Powers of Attorney

Health Care Powers of Attorney

Below is copied an old email message I sent out to some friends. It is difficult to recall the precise emotions as I watched the Schiavo family and their tragedy rehashed ad nauseum in the media. In the end, I hoped the public awareness…
Apr 13
Health Care Powers of Attorney

Health Care Powers of Attorney

Below is copied an old email message I sent out to some friends. It is difficult to recall the precise emotions as I watched the Schiavo family and their tragedy rehashed ad nauseum in the media. In the end, I hoped the public…
Apr 4
Ohio Real Estate Deed

Ohio Real Estate Deed

The Deed is a document that transfers title in real estate. In the sale of a piece of property, the seller is the "grantor" and the buyer is the "grantee". There are 6 statutory forms for deeds in Ohio.

Rank this Week: 4162

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