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Business Tax Focus: Can Partners Deduct Expenses They Pay?

Partners sometimes pay business expenses out of pocket. But whether they can deduct those costs generally depends on the partnership agreement or an established reimbursement policy or practice. We explain the importance of clearly written policies and the rules for unreimbursed partnership expenses, including business mileage and home office costs.

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FAMILY BUSINESS  
 
 

Succession Planning: Splitting Up the Pie

Imagine a family dinner. One sibling gets a huge piece of pie and the others get tiny slivers. The mood at the table would probably not be very good. Likewise, as part of the process of picking a successor, many family business owners struggle to compensate siblings who were not chosen to run the company. This article offers some helpful thoughts on handling the situation fairly for everyone.

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INSURANCE  
 
 

An Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust May Make Your Estate Plan More Tax Efficient

Life insurance is important to have, particularly if your family depends on your income. However, if you own a policy at death, its proceeds may be subject to estate tax, depending on the size of your estate. A common estate planning strategy is to include the policy in an irrevocable life insurance trust. This article explains the benefits and possible pitfalls.

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MONEY MATTERS  
 
 

'Can You Give Me Some Seed Money for My Business?'

Affluent individuals are often approached by relatives and friends needing money. Let's say your brother-in-law wants $20,000 to start a business. How should you handle the transaction? This article explains some important implications of transferring money to family members and friends through gifts, loans and equity investments.

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