October 12, 2010
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White House Adviser’s Comment on Koch Taxes Probed
The Treasury Department is reviewing complaints by Republicans that White House adviser Austan Goolsbee may have broken confidentiality laws by commenting on the tax structure of Koch Industries Inc., a political foe of President Barack Obama. Russell George, the Treasury inspector general for tax administration, told Iowa Senator Charles Grassley, the top Republican on the […]
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Tax Legislation Update: The Small Business Jobs Act and Bonus Depreciation
The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (H.R. 5297) was signed into law on September 27, 2010. With the understanding that for small businesses to be able to expand, they need both tax cuts and greater access to loans, the Act creates new and expanded tax incentives and a $30 billion loan fund. The Act […]
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Tip: The R&D Tax Credit Might Benefit Your Business
In mid-September, President Obama proposed expanding the research and development of a tax credit that was first enacted in 1981 – and making the benefit permanent. The provision, which has been extended some 13 times since 1981, provides companies that perform technological research with tax breaks on the cost of payroll, supplies for research workers […]
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Technology: Tracking Technology Inroads Create Consumer Backlash
Online tracking devices – commonly referred to as cookies – and the industries involved in their proliferation are attracting increased attention from lawmakers in response to an upswing in consumer complaints and litigation. As a result of recent public scrutiny and ensuing litigation, the Federal Trade Commission is expected to review its current privacy guidelines […]
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When Someone Dies, Who Pays the Debt?
Although no one likes to think about end-of-life issues, it’s always best to educate yourself on the fine points of estate planning to ensure a smooth transition for your beneficiaries. Given the current economy, how are credit cards and other loans paid off if a person dies and leaves outstanding debt? Are they paid from […]
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