by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Valuations
Valuing a private business is a complex process, but most closely held business owners want to know the value of their investments, especially if they are going to sell or gift shares to family members or charities. It is vital to hire a valuation professional who...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Deductions, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) allow individuals and businesses to buy less expensive health insurance policies with high deductibles, and contributions to the accounts are made on a pre-tax basis. The money can accumulate year after year tax free, and be withdrawn...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Divorce Litigation, Financial Planning, Valuations
During a divorce, when either spouse owns a private business interest, the divorce settlement is only as reasonable as the value of the business and the compensation of its owners. Replacement compensation can become a controversial issue, especially when the spouse...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, Financial Planning, Valuations
Maine business owners are often surprised when they receive their valuation report from a hired appraiser. Often times the expert is hired to determine the fair market value of a business interest for, say, divorce or gift and estate tax purposes, and the client...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Deductions, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning
The IRS 2016 optional standard mileage rates are in. These rates are used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. You can generally deduct actual expenses incurred from driving your vehicle for...
