As the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) considers the legality of Trump tariffs under the IEEPA, including V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. United States and Learning Resources, Inc. v. Donald Trump, it is important to consider how tariffs have impacted general business and tax strategy, as well as the path forward...
Is It Time to Update Your Estate Plan or Trust?
Is it time to update your estate plan or trust? How often should one revisit existing estate planning? What impact will taxation have upon your present and future finances and estate planning? Key Takeaways of Why This is a Good Time to Update Your Estate Plan or Trust: A lot...
Business Succession Planning Protects Owner and Company Alike
Why should every business owner consider or revisit business succession planning at this time of year? The simple answer: Business succession planning protects owner and company alike. It protects all of the hard work and investment you've made in your business, now and in the future. 3 Key Takeaways About...
Are You Prepared for a California EDD Employer Audit?
Are you prepared for a California EDD employer audit? Did you know the California Employment Development Department (EDD) regularly audits most California employers to monitor compliance with worker classification, wage reporting, and California payroll tax? If you are a California employer, you should always be prepared for and expect a...
How Might Marrying a Non-US Citizen Affect Your Taxes?
How might marrying a non-US citizen affect your taxes? What are some of the hidden issues that the IRS, California, and other state tax agencies may raise in an audit? Key Takeaways: The Ways in Which Marrying a Non-US Citizen Affect Your Taxes: The United States taxes the worldwide income...
How 99% of U.S. Business Owners can Protect Their Business
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce notes that over 99% of businesses in the United States are "small businesses." Did you know that 99% of U.S. business owners can protect their business through business succession and estate planning? Succession and estate planning help small business owners protect their business and all...
Is the Burden of Proof on the IRS During an Audit?
Is the burden of proof on the IRS during an Audit? It might shock you to learn that the burden of proof in an IRS audit, and in most dealings with the IRS, lies with the U.S. taxpayer, not the IRS. Key Takeaways on Is the Burden of Proof on...
FBAR Requirements as a U.S. Person for an Offshore Account
What are your FBAR requirements as a U.S. person or taxpayer for an offshore account, group of accounts, property, or investment? The penalties associated with non-compliance with the reporting of offshore accounts, assets and income are quite severe. Primary Takeaways Regarding FBAR Requirements as a U.S. Person or Taxpayer With...
Corporate Governance & Compliance Preserves the Corporate Veil
Corporate governance & compliance preserves the corporate veil and is a duty of any officer of an LLC or Corporation. What is corporate governance and compliance, and why is it important to protect the integrity of the “corporate veil” throughout California and the U.S.? Important Takeaways of How and Why...