The rise of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals has opened exciting new opportunities for college athletes. From social media sponsorships to local endorsements and paid appearances, student-athletes are now…

In the early stages of a partnership, it’s a common mistake: you start paying the founding partners a regular salary and, out of habit, your payroll software spits out a…

If you’re running a business structured as a partnership—or you’re a partner yourself—you may wonder: Can a partner receive a W-2 form like a regular employee? The short answer is…

The “buy, borrow, die” strategy is a powerful tax-planning technique used by wealthy individuals—like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos—to minimize or even eliminate income tax on the appreciation of assets,…

If you’re under 19 (or a full-time student under 24) and your parents can claim you as a dependent, you might still need to file a tax return—but only if…

You sold a stock for less than you paid.You’re counting on that loss to offset gains—or even reduce your taxable income by up to $3,000. But when you file your…

You cleaned out your garage, donated a used car, or gave old business equipment to charity.Feeling good—and hoping for a nice tax deduction? Hold on.The IRS has strict rules about…

Losing someone you love is never easy. The last thing you want to think about is taxes—but handling them correctly can prevent penalties, protect refunds, and honor your loved one’s…

If you’re providing in-home care for a disabled or elderly person under a state Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program, you may be receiving payments that are not…

If you or someone you care for lives with a disability, taxes may feel like one more hurdle.But the IRS actually offers several powerful breaks designed to ease the financial…