Important Updates To The California Pass-Through Entity Tax

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The Franchise Tax Board (“FTB”) has recently provided additional information and clarification on several important issues which we have summarized below on top of our last guidance dated 12/07/2021: Underpayment or overpayment of CA PTET – The full 9.3% must be paid on all qualified income by the original due date of the tax return […]

2021 4th Quarter Estimated Tax Reminder

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This is a reminder that your 4th quarter estimated taxes are due on or before January 18, 2022. Please note that this is a general reminder, and if it does not apply to you because you are not required to make estimated payments or if you have already made the payments, please disregard this reminder. […]

Limitations on The California Pass-Through Entity Tax

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Limitations on The California Pass-Through Entity Tax The recently enacted Assembly Bill 150, which established the California Pass-Through Entity Tax Credit (“CA PTET”), currently includes some limitations on the use of the credit that greatly reduces the possible benefits of making the election.  For information on who qualifies for the CA PTET, you can view […]

2021-2022 Year-end Tax Planning Guide

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Dear Clients and Friends, Although you can’t avoid taxes, you can take steps to minimize them. This requires proactive tax planning — estimating your tax liability, looking for ways to reduce it and taking timely action. To help you identify strategies that might work for you in 2021, we’re pleased to present this tax planning […]

Cost Segregation Study and Tax Deductions

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A cost segregation study is one way to boost cash flow If your business is planning to buy, build, or substantially improve real property, a cost segregation study can help you accelerate depreciation deductions, reduce your taxes, and boost your cash flow. Even if you’ve invested in real property in previous years, you may have […]

Household Workers and Taxes

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Are you liable for “nanny taxes”? If you employ household workers — which may include nannies, babysitters, housekeepers, cooks, gardeners, health care workers, and other employees — it’s important to understand your tax obligations, commonly referred to as “nanny taxes.” Here’s a quick review. Which workers are covered? Simply working in your home doesn’t necessarily […]

Out-of-State Remote Workers

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Working remotely from “out of state” can be taxing The COVID-19 pandemic has required many people to work remotely, either from home or a temporary location. One potential consequence of remote work may surprise you: an increase in your state tax bill. During the pandemic, it’s been fairly common for people to work remotely from […]

Rental Real Estate Business or Investment

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Rental real estate – Determining if a property is a business or an investment If you own rental real estate, its classification as a trade or business rather than an investment can have a big impact on your tax bill. The distinction is especially important because of the 20% Section 199A deduction for certain sole […]