Author Archive : Edelstein

Tax Alert- QSB stock offers 2 valuable tax benefits

By investing in qualified small business (QSB) stock, you can diversify your portfolio and enjoy two valuable tax benefits: 1. Tax-free gain rollovers. If within 60 days of selling QSB stock you buy other QSB

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Tax Alert- Why it’s time to start tax planning for 2016

Now that the April 18 income tax filing deadline has passed, it may be tempting to set aside any thought of taxes until year end is approaching. But don’t succumb. For maximum tax savings, now

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Jonathan Gorski Participates in Panel Discussion for Aspiring CPAs

On April 6, 2016, Partner Jonathan Gorski, took part in a panel discussion to prepare college accounting students for their first year of employment upon graduation. “The Next Step” program, organized by the Massachusetts Society of

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Winter Community Service Activities

Spring has officially begun and we’d like to share some activities we took part in throughout the Winter.  These in office events are made possible through our affiliation with Building Impact, an organization we’re proud to

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Denis Higgins in Wall Street Journal, “Professionals Who Can Help With an Aging Parent’s Finances”

Partner Denis Higgins was quoted in The Wall Street Journal article, “Professionals Who Can Help With an Aging Parent’s Finances.” It outlines three professional groups (financial, legal, and medical) and how they can help manage

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Tax Alert- Tips for deducting losses from a disaster, fire or theft

If you suffer damage to your home or personal property, you may be able to deduct these “casualty” losses on your federal income tax return. A casualty is a sudden, unexpected or unusual event, such

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March 2016 Nonprofit Newsletter

This month’s newsletter includes the following: ‘Tis The Gala Season: Factors to take into consideration as you plan your nonprofit’s flagship event. Private Foundations: Museum operations 2017 Fiscal Budget Philanthropy Roundtable Opposition What Are Nonprofit

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Scott Kaplowitch in Wall Street Journal, “The Other March Madness: What the IRS Thinks of Your Bracket”

Partner Scott Kaplowitch was quoted in The Wall Street Journal article, “The Other March Madness: What the IRS Thinks of Your Bracket,” which outlines what you need to know about gambling income and deductions. “The

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Tax Alert- 3 income-tax-smart gifting strategies

If your 2015 tax liability is higher than you’d hoped and you’re ready to transfer some assets to your loved ones, now may be the time to get started. Giving away assets will, of course,

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Tax Alert- Make a 2015 contribution to an IRA before time runs out

Tax-advantaged retirement plans allow your money to grow tax-deferred — or, in the case of Roth accounts, tax-free. But annual contributions are limited by tax law, and any unused limit can’t be carried forward to

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