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Technical tax, decoded.
Plain-English breakdowns of the code, the notices, and the planning moves that move the number — written by the person who files your return.
- Business Taxes (26)
- CPA and Accounting Industry (5)
- Estates and Trusts (9)
- Family partnerships (1)
- Individual Taxes (4)
- Real Estate (10)
- Timber (2)
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Buying Equipment for a Tax Deduction Can Be an Expensive Mistake
A tax deduction doesn’t make an unneeded truck or machine a good buy. How to weigh depreciation against cash flow, financing, and placed-in-service timing before…
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“How to Leverage 1031 Exchanges to Elevate Your Real Estate Portfolio”
Introduction:In the dynamic world of real estate investing, savvy investors are constantly seeking strategies to maximize returns while minimizing taxes. One such…
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Three Essential Strategies for Effective Wealth Transfer and Succession Planning
In the complex landscape of wealth management, succession, and wealth transfer planning stand out as critical endeavors for high-net-worth individuals and business…
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Relief in Sight: The 2025 R&D Expensing Fix and What It Means for 2022–2025
Neil Langlois | Business Taxes, CPA and Accounting Industry | Updated July 2025 Innovation drives progress, and for decades, the U.S. tax…
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Navigating the Storm: Section 1033 and Timber Business Assets
In the aftermath of a severe ice storm, timber businesses face the challenge of unexpected asset loss. Section 1033 of the Internal…
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Hammer… Meet the Nail Gun: How OpenAI Is Revolutionizing Professional Services
In the vast toolbox of professional services, knowledge has always been the hammer – reliable, necessary, and straightforward. But today, we’re witnessing…
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Understanding Timber Growth and Basis for U.S. Income Tax Purposes
Introduction to Timber Taxation Navigating the intricacies of timber taxation in the United States is crucial for anyone involved in forestry, whether…
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Charitable Deductions, Estates, Trusts, Taxes, and You (the Executor of an Estate)
As an executor suddenly tasked with managing an estate, you might be considering the potential tax benefits of charitable donations. It’s a…
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Navigating Timber Taxation
Timberland ownership brings unique challenges, particularly in understanding the tax implications associated with selling timber. Whether you’re an independent logger or a…
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Oregon Tax News: 2023 Kicker Credit Triggered by $5.61 Billion Revenue Surplus
In a delightful turn of events for Oregon taxpayers, the Oregon Office of Economic Analysis (OEA) has recently confirmed a remarkable revenue…