Category: Tax
What happens to tax basis upon death of a business partner?
Upon an individual's death, the estate must report the tax basis of all assets for estate tax purposes based on their fair market values at the date of death or an alternate valuation date if elected. Assets exceeding their tax...
Charitable donations of virtual currency
According to the IRS, when a charitable organization receives virtual currency, such as Bitcoin, it should classify the donation as a noncash contribution. These contributions need to be reported on a Form 990-series annual return along with Schedule M, if...
ShindelRock brings tax tips for business owners to WJR radio
We're kicking off an 8-week series on WJR-AM radio in Detroit on Monday featuring ShindelRock partner Maria Montie sharing tax tips for business owners. Tune in and let us know what you think!
Understanding the changes to Form W-4
Following the release of the 2020 Form W-4 by the IRS on December 4, 2019, employers should anticipate assisting employees and addressing inquiries about completing the new form, effective January 1, 2020. The new form affects all newly hired employees...
Understanding the key elements of the SECURE Act
The SECURE Act, signed into law recently, introduces significant changes impacting retirement and tax planning starting in 2020. Here are the key provisions affecting individuals: Repeal of Traditional IRA Age Limit: Individuals can now contribute to a traditional IRA regardless...
Guest Author Duane Reynolds: Ever hear of IRS Form 8822?
Did you move to a new home or change your mailing address lately? Do you plan to do so soon? Has your business moved recently or designated a different individual to receive IRS notifications? If you answered “yes” to any...
How long should a business keep its records?
This question is regularly asked by our clients. Retention of financial records can be time-consuming, and many times will require a significant amount of floor space to keep these records. Some of our clients are hesitant to throw any records...
Make the most of your non-cash donations this holiday season
Many New Year resolutions involve clearing unwanted items out of the house. Here are five tips taxpayers should consider when making non-cash donations in an effort to keep your New Year Resolution: Assess Item Condition: Ensure items like clothing and...
Freelance Hustle podcast: “Everything you need to know about write offs” with Karla Harrington
Karla Harrington was a guest on season two of the podcast Freelance Hustle, discussing ways small businesses owners and freelancers may qualify for tax write-offs of legitimate business expenses. She provides an overview of write-offs and why they are beneficial...
Understanding the purpose of a cost segregation study
Property acquired or constructed by taxpayers can be depreciated over its useful life for tax purposes, based on specific IRS guidelines. Different types of property have different useful lives; for instance, commercial buildings are typically depreciated over 39.5 years, while...