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The Rules Have Changed for Attending the Game (and Other Entertainment Events)

The Rules Have Changed for Attending the Game (and Other Entertainment Events)

The recent enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) brought many changes to how individuals and businesses are affected by our tax system.  

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Among the deductions affected was the deduction for meals and entertainment incurred in the course of operating a business.  Prior to the enactment of the TCJA, which took effect for many provisions on January 1, the allowable deduction for meals and entertainment expenses was capped at 50% of the allowable amount of such costs that were incurred.  Under the old law, no deduction was allowable unless the cost was either directly related to or associated with the conduct of business. read more…

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017: What it means to you and your business

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017: What it means to you and your business

Congress is enacting the most sweeping tax legislation in thirty years, one that will make fundamental changes in the way you, your family and your business calculate your federal income tax bill, and the amount of federal tax you will pay. Since most of the changes will go into effect next year, there is still a narrow window of time before year-end to soften or avoid the impact of crackdowns and to best position yourself for the tax breaks that may be heading your way. Cleveland CPAs understand hurricane tax breaks.jpeg

Here is a quick rundown of last-minute moves you should think about making.

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IRS Issues Guidance on Parking Expenses for Non-Profits

IRS Issues Guidance on Parking Expenses for Non-Profits

IRS Issues Guidance on Parking Expenses for Non-Profit Organizations

In Notice 2018-99, the IRS issued interim guidance on an issue that has vexed not-for-profitirs-issues-guidance-parking organizations since the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in December of 2017. Under the TCJA, the payment of Qualified Transportation Fringes (QTFs) by not-for-profit organizations falls under unrelated business taxable income (UBTI) and is subject to a tax of 21%. read more…

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