by Barry L. Gardiner | Mar 11, 2019 | Wills
Creating a will may seem complex, but nearly everyone needs a last will and testament, and creating a will can be simple. Here’s why creating one now is so important.Source: Why you (yes, you!) need to prepare a will now | Haven Life
by Barry L. Gardiner | Mar 8, 2019 | Estate Planning
No one is immune from the loss of mental clarity that may come with aging or from a health crisis. Granting someone you trust the power of attorney allows that person — known as your “agent” or “attorney in fact” — to pay bills, manage investments, or make key...
by Barry L. Gardiner | Mar 8, 2019 | Federal Taxation
Try to take advantage of remaining tax-saving opportunities, get started early, and choose the right person to prepare your taxes. Then, maybe tax season won’t seem quite as taxing.Source: 3 Common Mistakes You Don’t Want To Make This Tax Season
by Barry L. Gardiner | Mar 4, 2019 | Federal Taxation
Taxation and religion are not very similar, at least not for most of us. But certain tax rules seem nearly absolute enough that they might seem akin religious principles. These rules seem clear enough that ignoring them may even bring lightning-bolt-out-of-the-sky...
by Barry L. Gardiner | Feb 28, 2019 | Federal Taxation
A corporate tax is a levy placed on the profit of a firm to raise taxes. After operating earnings are calculated by deducting expenses, including the cost of goods sold (COGS) and depreciation from revenues, enacted tax rates are applied to generate a legal obligation...
by Barry L. Gardiner | Feb 21, 2019 | Federal Taxation
In the United States, regular corporate entities must pay federal income tax on annual earnings, and upon the subsequent distribution of these earnings, individual shareholders receiving dividends must pay tax as well. Some corporations (usually those that do not...
by Barry L. Gardiner | Feb 17, 2019 | Federal Taxation
Are you ready for tax time? With the April 15th tax filing deadline looming, the first tax season under the new tax law has introduced some changes that may affect your financial plans. Whether you are still trying to get your tax information organized to meet this...
by Barry L. Gardiner | Feb 14, 2019 | Federal Taxation
There are numerous planning vehicles available to minimize federal taxation using best legal practices. A good tax attorney is of utmost value in providing the technical advice and guidance that corporations and businesses need to optimize their tax strategy.
by Barry L. Gardiner | Feb 8, 2019 | Estate Planning
Everyone knows (or should know) that the federal government taxes the income you earn. But, depending where you live and how you earn money, states may tax your income, too. […]Source: State Income Taxation – American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
by Barry L. Gardiner | Feb 6, 2019 | Federal Taxation
When planning for corporate taxes, you’re always going to want to consider which tax credits are available to you. Get corporate tax planning ideas with help from a lifelong educator who truly believes that knowledge is power in this free video clip.Source:...
