The IRS believes that virtual currencies such have Bitcoin have become a tool in tax evasion, and the agency is signalling more enforcement actions and IRS audits in the coming months. The real question many crypto currency investors must consider is do crypto currencies need to be reported on the...
The 20 Percent Deduction for Pass Through Income
The tax bill presented for the President's signature contains the 20 Percent Deduction for pass through income for the majority of US partnerships, S Corporations and sole proprietorships. Under existing tax law, business profits were passed through to the individual and taxed at their personal income rate. The top individual...
New Tax Plan Presents Challenges for IRS Auditors
The new tax plan presents challenges for IRS auditors as we all await the final draft of tax reform legislation in Washington. The primary concern centers around the ability of wealthy US taxpayers to "reap massive windfalls" by simply reclassifying income as "pass-through business income." The most recent "final" plan...
An Unfortunate Lesson in Estate Planning from David Cassidy
We may have learned an unfortunate lesson in estate planning from David Cassidy this week. His death has brought several life lessons to light, and one of them is a reminder to update your estate plan and trust documents every two to three years. Things change. David Cassidy's daughter Katie was...
Forensic Accounting Services and Tax Advice During a Divorce
Allen Barron provides forensic accounting services and tax advice during a divorce to assess the value of assets and accounts and to find hidden or unreported assets and accounts. The proposed tax reform changes in Washington could have a substantial impact on divorce negotiations and cases across California. How can...
How Does the Senate Tax Bill Affect San Diego Homeowners
How does the Senate tax bill affect San Diego homeowners and those considering purchasing a home in the future? The recent version of the tax reform package passed by the US Senate has local real estate industry representatives, developers and real estate agents quite concerned. This isn't over yet as...
Tax Planning for 2017 and 2018 is Now
The year is coming to a close and tax planning for 2017 and 2018 is in full swing. It's a good time to be considering the strategies which help you to lower your tax bill for 2017 and anticipate the best strategies to position you for the new year. Congress...
Your San Diego Business Succession Plan – “You Make the Plan, or a Plan Will Be Made for You!”
Why should you be thinking about your San Diego business succession plan as the year comes to a close? The National Law Review recently asked a great question: "Who is the better planner for your (business) affairs - You or the State? You Make the Plan, or a Plan Will...
Changes to Accounting Rules Affect Realization of Income for Public Corporations
Recent changes to accounting rules affect realization of income for public corporations to take effect December 15 of this year. The new accounting standard will have an impact on the details companies must capture affecting everything from corporate financials to domestic and international tax accounting. The new rules replace virtually...