by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | IRS Regulation, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
It happens all the time. Shortly after filing their tax returns, many taxpayers discover a deduction they overlooked or some income that should have been included. You might find yourself needing to change things on your tax return; maybe due to a discovery of a...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, Financial Planning, Tax Planning, Tax Preparation
Estate planning can be a challenge for many Maine family business owners. Often times, wealth is tied up in their companies, which creates a conflict between the desire to transfer ownership to the next generation and the desire to stay in control. Recapitalizing the...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, Exemptions, Financial Planning, Tax Planning
A sneak preview of proposed modifications to the rules governing overtime was provided last year, but a change has been coming for two years. On May 18, the Department of Labor (DOL) came out with its new final rules, which take effect on December 1, 2016. The rules...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, Financial Planning, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning
The exchange of intangible property involves a two-part test. Yes, you can arrange a tax-deferred exchange of your company’s intellectual property — for example, copyrights, patents or trademarks — with another company. However, the IRS imposes...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Business Plans, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning
Since 1991, the $7.25 per hour federal minimum wage has been in place. The inflation-adjusted wage would have to be $12.68 to have the same purchasing power today, according to the CPI Inflation Calculator from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. President Obama has...
by Royer Advisors | Dec 11, 2024 | Financial Planning, IRS Regulation, Tax Planning
Some worthwhile tax breaks for transportation-related employee fringe benefits are being allowed by the Internal Revenue Code. They’re intended to persuade you to “go green” and give up your gas-guzzling vehicle when commuting to work. If your employer offers...
