Hogan Executive Order Closes Maryland Non-Essential Businesses

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March 23, 2020: Governor Hogan issued an order, effective at 5:00 p.m. today, closing all Maryland non-essential businesses. Click here to view the guidance with a non-exhaustive list of businesses, …

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Families First Coronavirus Response Act: COVID-19 Update

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In its second month, the coronavirus crisis is tightening its grip on the U.S. economy, spurring the Trump administration and Congress into taking bold actions to mitigate the damage. In …

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2019 Tax Filing Deadline & Payment Extended to July 15

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The United States Treasury and the IRS confirmed on Wednesday that individuals and businesses will be allowed to postpone their 2019 tax payments for up to 90 days due to …

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Estate Planning Under the New Tax Law: Opportunities and Traps

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The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) is a significant tax reform measure that impacts all federal tax laws. And instead of repealing federal gift and estate taxes, …

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The Standard Deduction for 2020 (and 2019)

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Every tax year, you have the option to either itemize your return or take the standard deduction. The standard deduction amount is set by the IRS and is typically adjusted …

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Don’t “Knock” the Backdoor Roth Conversion Solution

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Roth IRAs are becoming increasingly popular savings vehicles as investors realize their utility in securing long-term financial goals as well as their availability to fund shorter-term financial goals, such as …