NEWS
Turning stock downturns into tax advantages
Have you ever invested in a company only to see its stock value plummet? (This may become relevant in light of recent market volatility.) While such an investment might be something you’d rather forget, there’s a silver lining: you can claim a capital loss deduction...
Disaster victims may qualify for tax relief…including on amended returns
Victims of presidentially declared disasters in recent years who couldn’t previously claim a casualty loss deduction may now be able to claim a refund. Additional tax relief also might be available. Read on to learn more about the potential opportunities for victims...
The 2024 gift tax return deadline is coming up soon
If you made significant gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year, it’s important to determine whether you’re required to file a 2024 gift tax return. And in some cases, even if it’s not required to file one, you may want to do so anyway....
FinCEN will extend Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting deadline beyond March 21, 2025
Deadline and enforcement suspended pending development of new regulations. There is yet another update regarding the continuing saga that is Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting. At the end of last week FinCEN announced they will extend the current March...
Maximize your 401(k) in 2025: Smart strategies for a secure retirement
Saving for retirement is a crucial financial goal and a 401(k) plan is one of the most effective tools for achieving it. If your employer offers a 401(k) or Roth 401(k), contributing as much as possible to the plan in 2025 is a smart way to build a considerable nest...
Many business tax limits have increased in 2025
A variety of tax-related limits that affect businesses are indexed annually based on inflation. Many have increased for 2025, but with inflation cooling, the increases aren’t as great as they have been in the last few years. Here are some amounts that may affect you...
Pennsylvania business owners and nonprofits: Annual Report filing requirement begins this year
From the Pennsylvania Department of State (PA DOS) website: Beginning in 2025 the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of State (DOS) now requires most domestic and foreign filing associations to file an Annual Report [DSCB:15-46]. According to the PA DOS...
L. Brent Kolb Named Managing Director of DunlapSLK
DunlapSLK is pleased to announce that L. Brent Kolb, CPA, MT has been named as the firm's new Managing Director. Brent succeeds Dennis Dunlap, who will continue in his role as one of the firm’s Shareholders. Dennis' focus will be on continuing to serve clients while...
President Trump’s tax plan: What proposals are being discussed in Washington?
President Trump and the Republican Congress plan to act swiftly to make broad changes to the United States — including its federal tax system. Congress is already working on legislation that would extend and expand provisions of the sweeping Tax Cuts and Jobs Act...
Looking ahead to 2025 tax limits as you prepare to file your 2024 return
Chances are, you’re more concerned about your 2024 tax return right now than you are about your 2025 tax situation. That’s understandable because your 2024 individual tax return is due to be filed by April 15 (unless you file for an extension). However, it’s a good...