Businesses and individuals concerned about the confusing 1099-K reporting requirements can breathe a sigh of relief: On November 21, 2023, the IRS announced that the deadline for the new $600 reporting threshold won’t go into effect for the 2023 tax year — and it’s expected to increase the threshold less than expected for 2024. Here’s what…
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Is an ESOP Right for Your Business?
The National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO) estimates that about 6,500 U.S. companies have employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). Many owners of closely held businesses use these plans as an exit strategy. Although ESOPs offer a variety of benefits, including significant tax advantages, they’re not right for every company. IRS Issues a Compliance CaveatThe IRS recently…
Your Children and Estate Planning
If you have a sizable estate that you’ll be leaving to your adult children, then your children probably need an estate plan of their own. To encourage them to plan their estates, consider these quick tips: Explain why estate planning is important. You don’t want to dictate what they should do with their estate, just emphasize the…