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Are You Missing One of the Biggest Tax Benefits Available to Real Estate Investors?
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Are You Missing One of the Biggest Tax Benefits Available to Real Estate Investors?

Many rental property investors are surprised to learn their losses can't offset wages or other income - often getting suspended under passive activity loss rules instead.

Published August 18, 2026
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Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs): How the Estate Planning Strategy Works
Business
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Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs): How the Estate Planning Strategy Works

Grantor-Retained Annuity Trust (“GRAT”) Most Americans don’t have to worry about federal estate taxes. In 2026, only estates worth $15…

Sep 08, 2026
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Nonresident Investment in the United States: Key Tax Considerations
Business
7 Min Read
Nonresident Investment in the United States: Key Tax Considerations

The United States continues to attract foreign investors seeking opportunities in residential and commercial real estate, privately held businesses, and…

Sep 08, 2026
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Tax Risks in M&A Transactions: What Sellers Should Address Before Due Diligence
Business
4 Min Read
Tax Risks in M&A Transactions: What Sellers Should Address Before Due Diligence

Recent studies indicate that the most common claims buyers make against sellers for violations of sellers’ representations and warranties in…

Sep 08, 2026
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Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS): Section 1202 Eligibility and Tax Benefits
Business
12 Min Read
Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS): Section 1202 Eligibility and Tax Benefits

The prospect of excluding up to $15 million in taxable income from the sale of your business may seem too…

Sep 08, 2026
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GILTI in 2026: What U.S. Owners of Foreign Companies Need to Know
Business
12 Min Read
GILTI in 2026: What U.S. Owners of Foreign Companies Need to Know

For many U.S. taxpayers with international business operations, few areas of the tax law are as misunderstood-or as impactful-as the…

Sep 08, 2026
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Real Estate Professional Status: Requirements, Tax Benefits, and Recordkeeping
Business
Real Estate Professional Status: Requirements, Tax Benefits, and Recordkeeping

For many real estate investors, rental property provides long-term wealth, steady cash flow, and valuable tax deductions. Yet despite owning…

Sep 08, 2026
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IRS Automatic Exemption from Penalty: What Changes in 2026
Business
IRS Automatic Exemption from Penalty: What Changes in 2026

For years, the IRS First-Time Penalty Abatement (FTA) program has provided eligible taxpayers with an opportunity to have certain penalties…

Sep 08, 2026
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Choosing the Right Business Entity: LLC, S Corporation, C Corporation, or Partnership?
Business
Choosing the Right Business Entity: LLC, S Corporation, C Corporation, or Partnership?

One of the first and most important decisions a business owner makes is selecting the legal structure under which the…

Sep 08, 2026
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2026 Business Expense Deductions: Charitable Gifts, Sponsorships, Meals, and Entertainment
Business
2026 Business Expense Deductions: Charitable Gifts, Sponsorships, Meals, and Entertainment

Business owners frequently incur expenses that support their communities, promote their businesses, or strengthen relationships with customers and employees. While…

Sep 08, 2026
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The End of First-Time Penalty Abatement as You Know It
Compliance
8 Min Read
The End of First-Time Penalty Abatement as You Know It

A major IRS overhaul is replacing manual penalty-relief requests with an automatic exemption system starting Summer 2026.

Aug 21, 2026
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LLC, Corporation or Partnership?
Business
11 Min Read
LLC, Corporation or Partnership?

Your legal structure and your tax structure aren't the same thing and the difference can shape your entire tax bill. 

Aug 21, 2026
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What You Can (and Can’t) Deduct in 2026
Compliance
9 Min Read
What You Can (and Can’t) Deduct in 2026

New 2026 rules reshape how charitable giving, meals, sponsorships and advertising are taxed - get the line wrong and lose…

Aug 21, 2026
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Investing in the US? Plan Before You Buy
International
7 Min Read
Investing in the US? Plan Before You Buy

Non-U.S. investors who wait until after purchasing US assets often miss the planning window that could have saved them millions. 

Aug 21, 2026
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The $15 Million Tax Exclusion Founders Often Miss
Business
10 Min Read
The $15 Million Tax Exclusion Founders Often Miss

Section 1202's QSBS exclusion can shelter up to 100% of gain on a qualifying business sale - if it's structured…

Aug 21, 2026
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The Silent Partner in Every M&A Deal
Corporate
6 Min Read
The Silent Partner in Every M&A Deal

Tax issues are the most common source of buyer claims in M&A deals and unresolved history can resurface the moment…

Aug 21, 2026
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Understanding GILTI in 2026: What U.S. Owners of Foreign Companies Need to Know
Business
12 Min Read
Understanding GILTI in 2026: What U.S. Owners of Foreign Companies Need to Know

For many U.S. taxpayers with international business operations, few areas of the tax law are as misunderstood—or as impactful—as the…

Aug 21, 2026
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