Tax Considerations for April

April brings an end to the tax season, and a start to the home selling season.

Growth

Income tax rules favor growth of estates over time. Unfortunately, new entity reporting requirements have also increased.

Vacation Home

Favorable income tax rules incentivize debt on a second home. With probate avoidance planning, other expenses are also reduced.

The Tax Toll at Death

Most agree that the only certainties in life are death and taxes. The surprise for many lies in the rate that is imposed, and for others the broad application of the tax.

The Basic Exclusion Amount

The basic exclusion amount is currently $13,990,000, which is a historic high and extremely favorable for taxpayers.

Erasing Built In Gain

August is back to school for many, and supply lists include pencils and erasers. For tax planning, I.R.C. § 1014 is an eraser of built in gain for property acquired from a decedent.

How the Gift Tax Stole Christmas!

Although gift tax is imposed on a gift, favorable exclusions exist.

Impact of Choice of Entity on BOI Reports

Many entities are now required to file BOI reports with information about their owners. The due date of January 1, 2025, is quickly approaching. Broad language may lead to surprise results.

Impact of Choice of Entity on BOI Reports

Many entities are now required to file BOI reports with information about their owners. The due date was January 1, 2025. Broad language may lead to surprise results.

Inflation Adjustments for 2026

The Service published Rev. Proc. 2025-32, which sets forth inflation adjusted items for 2026. Increases are beneficial for tax planning.

Tax Free Transfers to Spouse

Income, gift, and estate tax are not typically due following the transfer of property to a spouse. The Code contains several favorable rules for transfers to a spouse during life and at death.

I.R.C. § 754 Election and the Ides of March

March 15 is an important deadline for the I.R.C. § 754 election. Executors should beware of the ides of March.

Tax Considerations for April

April brings an end to the tax season, and a start to the home selling season.

Erasing Built In Gain

August is back to school for many, and supply lists include pencils and erasers. For tax planning, I.R.C. § 1014 is an eraser of built in gain for property acquired from a decedent.

The Tax Toll at Death

Most agree that the only certainties in life are death and taxes. The surprise for many lies in the rate that is imposed, and for others the broad application of the tax.