Even though they have been around for several years, the tax laws pertaining to S-Corporations remain some of the more difficult areas of the Internal Revenue Code. In this course, we will examine how S-Corporations break away from the normal tax rules for flow-through entities. We will explore which employee benefits are disallowed for S-Corporation...

The regulatory world is complex for financial advisors. Not only are you subject to SEC and FINRA regulations, but also what the IRS does as well. Clients expect you to be on top of what is happening in the world of investing, insurance, and taxes. It is not enough to just know the code section...

Creating a trust is only half the equation. Without proper funding, even the most carefully drafted trust document may fail to achieve its intended goals—leaving assets exposed to probate, creditors, family disputes or unintended disposition. This course provides a practical guide to funding revocable and irrevocable trusts, covering the mechanics of retitling property, common pitfalls that...

The OBBBA's changes to Section 1202 are among the most significant updates to the QSBS framework since the exclusion was made permanent in 2015. The new tiered exclusion structure, enhanced dollar limitations, and inflation indexing create fresh planning opportunities—but also introduce new timing and structuring considerations that practitioners must account for. This course provides actionable guidance...

Being a tax practitioner over the last few years has been tough! The tax landscape is constantly changing, and this shows no signs of slowing down. With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and the more recent guidance about it, there's even more for practitioners to keep up with. Now more...

When a new business is formed, there are a lot of questions. What is the most tax-advantageous way to structure the entity? What issues do we need to be aware of? How should owners pay themselves? For corporations, these questions are even tougher since they are regulated so heavily. In this course, we will discuss...

In more recent times, the tax profession has become more engagement letter driven. While engagement letters seem to get longer each tax season, it is sometimes difficult to know when they are required and when they are not. Can I answer a quick question from a client without an engagement letter? What happens if a...

Corporate taxation can be complex—but understanding it is essential for practitioners who advise business clients. This course provides a focused, practical review of three key areas that frequently arise in corporate tax planning and compliance: corporate tax credits, stock redemptions and dispositions, and the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT). In this course, we will examine the...

Financial professionals are inundated with new information about the Internal Revenue Code on a daily basis. While it's easy to dismiss unreliable social media posts or obscure websites, it becomes much more challenging when conflicting information comes from respected, authoritative sources. For example, is a court decision about a tax issue more important than information...

The taxation of real estate can lead to some surprising results – especially when property is sold. Depreciation recapture can negatively impact a taxpayer’s taxable income in the year of the sale and lead to an unexpected tax bill. In this course, we will use practical examples and illustrations to explore the different types of...

When you are first getting started with a new business, the amount of compliance paperwork can be overwhelming! You want to do things right - but what does that mean? In this segment of the Exploring Client Advisory Services Series, we will talk about some basics for getting setup in a new state. We will...

Understand the complex tax challenges created by today's mobile workforce and multi-state operations. This course provides practical guidance on residency determinations, state sourcing rules, and withholding obligations to help you manage compliance and reduce client risk.