December 05, 2018
Think You Know the Capital Gains Tax Rate? Think Again.Its tiered structure, including a zero percent rate, can create some interesting opportunities for people in the know.
December 03, 2018
Should Tax Hikes Need Supermajority Vote? Bloink & Byrnes Go Thumb to ThumbA Democratic leader's proposal is meant to protect lower- and middle-income taxpayers.
November 30, 2018
Tax Reform Altered Calculus of Year-End Charitable DeductionsClients should consider their gifting strategies for the next several years to maximize tax benefits that were enacted for this year.
November 28, 2018
Why Hybrid RIAs Are Enjoying Stellar GrowthAccording to Cerulli, the hybrid broker-dealer/registered investment advisor model has a new place in the industry.
November 28, 2018
How to Use Alts and Capitalize on VolatilityAdding certain alternatives to a portfolio can improve risk-adjusted returns, according to one industry executive.
November 21, 2018
Year-End Tax Action: Boost Retirement Savings to Maximize 199A DeductionMany small-business clients can minimize taxes by maximizing the QBI deduction value for 2018.
November 21, 2018
Does DOL's HRA Proposal Go Far Enough? Bloink & Byrnes Go Thumb to ThumbThe two professors argue over whether the proposal to expand HRAs helps small businesses and their workers.
November 18, 2018
Year-End Tax Checkup: Maximizing Post-Reform Medical DeductionsThis year only, the tax code provision for medical expense deductions can be particularly valuable for some clients.
November 15, 2018
Should 2017 Tax Changes Be Permanent? Bloink & Byrnes Go Thumb to ThumbThe two professors argue over whether the tax reform legislation changes should be permanent.
November 07, 2018
Is the Proposed Child Tax Credit Even Needed? Bloink & Byrnes Go Thumb to ThumbWe asked the two professors, who hold opposing political viewpoints, their opinions about how the new credit might work.