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Transfer Minority Business Interests to Take Advantage of the Expanded Lifetime Estate and Gift Tax Exemptions Before 2026

Anders CPA

The looming sunset of the expanded lifetime estate and gift tax exemption will arrive on January 1, 2026. As of January 1, 2026, the current lifetime estate and gift tax exemption will be cut in half and adjusted for inflation. Key Takeaways: As of 2024, the lifetime estate and gift tax exemption stands at $13.61

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Illinois CPA Society Announces 2023-2024 Board of Directors

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The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS)—one of the largest state CPA societies in the nation—is proud to formally announce its new board of directors for the April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, fiscal year. The board welcomes three new directors serving through March 2026, including Lindy R. Rodrigo, CPA, CGMA, partner at Roth & Co.

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Disabled Family Members May Be Able to Benefit from ABLE Accounts

RogerRossmeisl

law made changes that will allow more people to be eligible for these accounts, beginning in 2026. The post Disabled Family Members May Be Able to Benefit from ABLE Accounts appeared first on Roger Rossmeisl, CPA. The SECURE 2.0 Anyone can contribute to an ABLE account. While contributions aren’t tax-deductible, the funds in the.

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Work Opportunity Tax Credit Provides Help to Employers

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It’s generally limited to eligible employees who begin work for the employer before January 1, 2026. The post Work Opportunity Tax Credit Provides Help to Employers appeared first on Roger Rossmeisl, CPA. The IRS recently issued some updated information on the pre-screening and certification processes.

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The Auto Industry is Likely to Decline in Enterprise Value

RogerRossmeisl

compound annual growth rate and hit a new high at 98 million units in 2026. The post The Auto Industry is Likely to Decline in Enterprise Value appeared first on Roger Rossmeisl, CPA. According to IHS Markit, during the next five years unit auto sales will increase at a 4.7%

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Your Estate Plan: Don’t Forget About Income Tax Planning

RogerRossmeisl

Beginning on January 1, 2026, the amount is due to be reduced to $5 million, adjusted for inflation. The post Your Estate Plan: Don’t Forget About Income Tax Planning appeared first on Roger Rossmeisl, CPA. Note: The federal estate tax exclusion amount is scheduled to sunset at the end of 2025.

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State CPA Society News & Updates – Dec. 2023

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State CPA Society News & Updates is a round-up of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. The Kentucky Society Certified Public Accountants (KYCPA) announced their newest board members, whose terms began in July 2023 and will continue through 2026.