by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Financial Planning, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
It’s true—the tax rules for pass-through entities, including S corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), partnerships and sole proprietorships, have generally become more beneficial. However, they have also become more confusing under the new law. So deciding...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Accounting Standards, Business Plans, Deductions, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
Starting with the 2018 tax year, most businesses in Maine and the U.S. will receive a big tax cut, thanks to the new law that was enacted on December 22. However, some industries (such as banking, hospitality and retail) generally expect to reap more benefits than...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
A federal income tax credit called the Work Opportunity tax credit (WOTC) is available to businesses that hire members of certain “targeted” groups. Here’s how your business may be able to benefit from this potentially lucrative tax break. The Basics...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, Financial Planning, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
Considering selling real estate in Maine before the end of the year? Most likely you hope to entice a qualified buyer who has plenty of cash on hand. But being open to the idea of an installment sale may help you seal the deal, and fortunately, installment sales also...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
You may be thinking about making some charitable donations as the year comes to an end. Here’s a rundown of the potential tax breaks for your generosity. Itemized Deductions While you can claim write-offs for contributions of cash and other items donated to...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Financial Planning, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
According to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the My Retirement Account (myRA) program will be coming to an end, even though it was just created just a few years ago in 2014. As part of the Trump Administration’s effort to slim down wasteful spending where...