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Tax issues for nontraditional households
This article explores the income tax issues that arise from owning or living in a home with a person other than a spouse.
Article Deductions Foundational
More on short-term rentals
See how to report income from Airbnb and similar “sharing economy” activities.
Article Income Foundational
Short-term rentals, the sharing economy, and tax
This article discusses some things CPAs need to know as clients come to them with short-term rental income.
Article Income Foundational
Net Investment Income Tax: How Does It Affect You?
Proper planning may allow this tax to be deferred, reduced, or, in some cases, avoided completely.
Article Income Intermediate
Taxation of Gambling
This article discusses factors related to taxation of gambling winnings and losses including permitted deductions, records requirements, and special rules for...
Article Income Intermediate
Foreign Currency Straddles and Transactions Present Complex Tax Issues
With a focus on a foreign currency straddle transaction example, this article discusses the scope and application of Code secs. 1092, 1256, and 988.
Article Income Intermediate
Charitable IRA Distributions: A Great Opportunity
This article discusses what a “qualifying charitable distribution” is and explores the tax benefits of charitable IRA distributions.
Article Income Intermediate
Qualified Small Business Stock: Considerations for 100% Gain Exclusion
Some noncorporate taxpayers who dispose of QSBS in a taxable transaction may exclude the entire gain for tax purposes. This article discusses the criteria and more.
Article Income Intermediate
What Investors Need to Know About Passive Activities
Having an activity classified as passive is not a good result for most taxpayers. This article summarizes what you need to know about passive activities.
Article Income Foundational
Local Lodging Provided to an Employee: How to Determine Whether to Include It in the Employee’s Income
This article discusses how employer paid lodging for local events should be treated on the employee's tax return.
Article Employee benefits Foundational
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