When Benjamin Franklin wrote, “In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes,” he likely wasn’t in your position as an executor of an estate who has to file a loved one’s final income tax return. However, that quote is nonetheless applicable. Along with...
Contracts provide information about agreements between businesses and individuals. These documents should be detailed so they provide as much protection as possible. This doesn’t mean that you need it to be overly wordy or more complicated than necessary. Some...
Do you know what estate planning is? Estate planning is the organization of your estate through a legal process that ensures your assets are distributed to your heirs, which can reduce disputes after you pass away. Estate planning is a lot to handle at first, which is...
Home ownership is one of the most exciting moments in life. It has numerous benefits, including appreciation and tax deductions. However, it also has its risks. For this reason, you should research adequately before investing in a home. After being informed, finding...
No one wants to die and leave their loved ones to deal with their debts. However, when someone dies unexpectedly or is unable to repay their debts before they pass away, that happens. There may be a number of debts those administering an estate may have to deal with....
The end of the year is busy for a lot of folks, but that’s especially true when you operate a small business. This is the time of the year when you need to think about the things you should be doing now so that you can ensure smooth sailing (and better profits) in...
When you’re passing on a high-value estate to your children, it can be very complicated and you may know that disputes are likely. After all, a life-changing amount of wealth could be on the line. These types of disputes can sometimes cause a rift between siblings...
Homeownership comes with a number of secondary responsibilities. Among them is the obligation to pay property tax. After establishing the taxable value for your property, the county where you own property will then apply the property tax and send you an annual bill....
Property taxes are a big contributing factor to the total costs you incur maintaining a home. How much you pay in taxes will depend on the tax rate in your local community and the state valuation of your property. Every six years, county auditors in Ohio must...
The income tax system in the United States is complex and constantly changing. Even tax professionals sometimes find themselves surprised by recent shifts in the rules. Your income, your employment status and even your family size can affect what taxes you have to...