Does your business have multiple owners? If so, you need a buy-sell agreement. This type of binding contract determines how (and at what price) ownership shares of a privately held business will change hands should an owner depart. There are also potential tax consequences to consider. Unique Challenges Unlike public.. Continue reading →

If you're looking to sell your home this year, then it may be time to take a closer look at the exclusion rules and cost basis of your home to reduce your taxable gain on the sale. The IRS home sale gain exclusion rule allows an exclusion of gain up.. Continue reading →

At some point, most small business owners will visit a bank or other lending institution to borrow money. Understanding what your bank wants and how to approach it properly can mean the difference between getting a loan for expansion or scrambling to find cash from other sources. Understand the Basic.. Continue reading →

One of the most important questions you face when changing jobs is what to do with the money in your 401(k) plan. Making the wrong move could cost you thousands of dollars or more in taxes, penalties and lower returns. Consequences of Cashing Out Let's say you work five years.. Continue reading →

By law, U.S. citizens and resident aliens living abroad must file a U.S. income tax return and report any worldwide income. Some key tax benefits, such as the foreign earned income exclusion, are only available to those who file U.S. returns. As such, if you are living or working outside.. Continue reading →