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Estate and Gift Taxes – Plan Now for Reduced Exemption in 2026

Dent Moses

million in 2024, either during their lifetimes or at death, without incurring federal gift or estate tax. It’s crucial to file a timely estate tax return to elect the portability of the deceased spouse’s unused exemption to the surviving spouse.

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2023 Year-End Tax Planning Strategies for Businesses

Cherry Bekaert

There are several key tax considerations and tactical approaches for businesses to address while closing out 2023 and moving into 2024. From leveraging tax incentives to optimizing deductions, this guide offers insights into tax planning to help businesses make informed decisions and set a solid foundation for the upcoming year.

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How Portability Can be a Valuable Estate Planning Tax Strategy

Anders CPA

This transfer is accomplished by completing the election on the Form 706 Estate Tax Return and can be completed without regard to the legal ownership of each spouse. To use the DSUE, the estate must timely file an Estate Tax Return when the first spouse passes away, and the “portability” election must also be properly completed.

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Key Takeaways From the 2023 AICPA Dealership Conference

Withum

Journal entry approval Tax Updates for Dealers Always a well-attended session is the tax update, where accountants and CFOs alike look to kick tax planning into gear for the upcoming year. Require your team to take vacation time. There are a few new topics for the year that deserve attention.

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2023 Year-End Tax Planning Strategies for the Real Estate and Construction Industry

Cherry Bekaert

Contributor: Chelsea Payne , Senior Manager, Tax Services As the end of the year approaches, strategic planning remains crucial for taxpayers looking to optimize their financial positions and set the stage for a strong start in the upcoming fiscal year. or 39-year lives.

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TAX PLANNING 101: Ideas for Reducing Taxable Income and Maximizing Tax Credits Part 2

CTP

TCJA (in effect for tax years 2018-2025) limited the amount of debt covered to $750,000 (or $375,000 for married couples filing separately). If the TCJA tax laws are not extended, in 2026 the limitation will go back up to $1 million. Real Estate or Real Property Tax Deduction. You might be pleasantly surprised!

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TAX PLANNING 101: Ideas for Reducing Taxable Income and Maximizing Tax Credits Part 2

CTP

TCJA (in effect for tax years 2018-2025) limited the amount of debt covered to $750,000 (or $375,000 for married couples filing separately). If the TCJA tax laws are not extended, in 2026 the limitation will go back up to $1 million. Real Estate or Real Property Tax Deduction. You might be pleasantly surprised!