Posts by Alegria Network Administrator
Take Aim at Targeted Worker Tax Credits
If your business is picking up steam, you may be looking to expand your workforce to meet the demand. Here’s a practical idea: Hire employees who qualify for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). The credit is available for workers who represent one of the “target” groups specified by law. There’s no limit on the number…
Read MoreThe ABCs of Business Valuation
The ABCs of Business Valuation You may understand some of the theory behind business valuation, but you probably don’t know the procedures involved in the analysis and preparation of a report. Clients and attorneys who understand how the valuation process works can anticipate their experts’ needs and appreciate why valuators need to ask so many questions…
Read More5 Ways Financial Advisors Can Help Start-Ups Succeed
Every business starts with a “seed” idea that germinates into a fledging business under the right conditions. The decisions that owners make when launching a start-up will impact its financial well-being for years to come. Here are five ways financial advisors can provide critical guidance at this phase of development: 1. Business Planning You’ll need money…
Read MoreEstate Tax Planning Tips for Single People
Estate planning is an important part of your overall wealth management strategy, especially if you’re unmarried. Single parents may worry about who will care for their minor children and whether their surviving kids’ financial needs will be met until adulthood. Likewise, wealthy single people have less flexibility when it comes to shielding transfers from gift and…
Read MoreA Bucket Plan Can Help Replenish Retirement Savings
It’s no secret that people are living longer these days thanks to medical advances and healthier habits. But longer lives can put stress on the sustainability of retirement assets. There’s no easy formula to make retirement savings last several decades. But a “bucket” approach may help provide you with greater security, no matter how long you live.…
Read MoreKey Tax Issues to Consider If You Lose a Loved One
When a loved one dies, taxes are probably not your first concern. But the IRS requires family members (or executors) to address unfamiliar and sometimes overwhelming tax considerations during this difficult time. Here are three important facts that you should know as you wind up a deceased person’s estate. 1. Inherited Assets Get a “Step Up” in…
Read MoreAre Health Savings Accounts the Cure?
Open enrollment for health care benefits has begun at many companies. If your employer lets you choose from a menu of health care plans, it’s important to review your options carefully. Medical costs keep going up. The average cost for a hypothetical family of four covered under an employer-sponsored preferred provider organization (PPO) plan is projected to…
Read MoreYear-End Tax Planning Tips for Individuals
As the holidays approach, it’s time to consider tax planning moves that will help lower this year’s tax bill, as well as set you up for tax savings in future years. The good news is that it appears there won’t be any significant unfavorable federal tax changes that will take effect next year. Assuming that’s an…
Read MoreConsider Resale Possibilities When Buying a House
When you buy a home, chances are high that you will eventually sell as your life changes over time. In the United States, it’s estimated that homeowners change residences every five to seven years.So when you’re house hunting, it’s important to keep resale value in mind. Some features you may find desirable may not appeal to…
Read MoreBring Home a Tax Credit for Adoption
When you adopt a child, you could bring home more than a bundle of joy. You may also be in line for a valuable tax credit. For 2023, a tax credit of up to $15,950 for adoption of a special needs child can come in handy for qualified parents facing the daunting costs of adoption (up…
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