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Tax-Exempt Organizations and Political Activity
Tax-Exempt Organizations and Political Activity As the 2024 election nears, now is a good time for your tax-exempt organization to review the rules and regulations regarding political activity. A 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization can engage in limited amounts of...
Announcement: Proud Member of PurseStrings!
Announcement: Proud Member of PurseStrings! We are pleased to share that Jennifer V. Abelaj has been admitted to the membership of Purse Strings. With the motto “Be Financially Fearless,” Purse Strings focuses on giving women access to easy-to-use resources and...
Federal and New York State Corporate Transparency Act; Act Now!
Federal and New York State Corporate Transparency Act; Act Now! The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) is effective January 1, 2024. FinCEN now requires that all LLCs, corporations, limited partnerships, or other similar businesses file information about the company’s...
Updated Estate and Gift Tax Values for 2024
Updated Estate and Gift Tax Values for 2024 Effective January 1, 2024, the applicable values for estate and gift tax purposes increased in accordance with inflation. Federal Lifetime Estate and Gift Tax Exemption The federal lifetime estate and gift tax exemption is...
January 2024 Bulletin: FinCEN Access to Private Information
January 2024 Bulletin: FinCEN Access to Private Information Corporate Transparency Act Authorizes Access to Government and Financial Institutions The United States Department of the Treasury along with the Financial Crimes Network (FinCEN) implemented the Corporate...
December 2023 Bulletin: New Law
December 2023 Bulletin: New Law Corporate Transparency Act Creates Trap for Unwary Starting January 1, 2024, small corporations, LLCs, and similar entities are required to report beneficial ownership information to the Treasury’s Financial Crime Enforcement Network...
Do I Have To Trademark My Business Name?
Do I Have To Trademark My Business Name? Managing your own business can pose significant challenges for even the smallest entrepreneur. As a small business owner, you are likely aware of the numerous demands on your time and finances, including various legal issues...
The Importance Of Nonprofit Employee Handbooks
The Importance Of Nonprofit Employee Handbooks If you are starting up a nonprofit organization, you may be considering preparing a nonprofit employee handbook that communicates expectations for future workers. However, you may wonder if you really need a nonprofit...
4 Critical Estate Planning Tasks To Do Before Going On Vacation
4 Critical Estate Planning Tasks To Do Before Going On Vacation Taking a break from life’s fast-paced and often stressful cadence to go on vacation can be a wonderful experience. Before packing your bags and boarding a plane, however, you may want to complete a few...
When You Should Consider Modifying Your Estate Plan
When You Should Consider Modifying Your Estate Plan Estate plans can help individuals determine how their assets and property are divided after death. Many people believe planning for their estate is a one-time task, but that is not always the case. Life changes and...