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We are keeping an ear to the ground so that when updates and regulations occur surrounding the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, you will know first. Check back here and follow us on social media to receive breaking news as it occurs.

Have questions about how the legislation affects your personal and business tax planning? Contact your local Blue & Co. tax advisor.

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Estate & Trust 199A/TCJA Update

Estate & Trust 199A/TCJA Update

A lot of time has been spent examining the implications of tax reform as it relates individuals and businesses. Yet, estates and trusts were also significantly impacted by the Tax […]

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Buying Qualifying Business Assets Before Year-End Could Reduce Your Tax Liability

Buying Qualifying Business Assets Before Year-End Could Reduce Your Tax Liability

There is still time to reduce your 2018 tax liability by purchasing qualifying business assets, but you need to act soon! The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has enhanced […]

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Tax Benefits for Donating Appreciated Stock

Tax Benefits for Donating Appreciated Stock

Many taxpayers have utilized charitable deductions to help minimize their tax liability.  As long as you itemize and your gift qualifies, you can claim a charitable deduction. But did you […]

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Research credit will apply to more taxpayers thanks to the TCJA

Research Credit Will Apply to More Taxpayers Thanks to the TCJA

Prior to the new tax law, many taxpayers were limited in their ability to utilize federal tax credits associated with the Research & Experimentation Tax Credit. The Tax Cuts and […]

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New Tax Provisions to Reduce Your Tax Bill in 2018

New Tax Provisions to Reduce Your Tax Bill in 2018

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) created more than 100 new tax provisions, which may help to reduce your tax burden in the coming year.  These new, along with […]

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Don’t Overlook How to Maximize Medical Expenses in 2018

Don’t Overlook How You Can Maximize Medical Expenses in 2018

The cost of healthcare has been on an upward trajectory for years. With proper planning, taxpayers could take advantage of deducting medical expenses in 2018, but only if you itemize […]

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Take Advantage of the Opportunity Zone Tax Incentive

Take Advantage of the Opportunity Zone Tax Incentive

The Opportunity Zone Tax incentives are a new community development program established by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). The incentive program allows taxpayers to defer tax on capital […]

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It’s Time to Review Your Investments for Tax Planning

It’s Time to Review Your Investments for Tax Planning

This time of year, taxpayers with investments should be reviewing their portfolio to determine year-to-date gains and losses. If you are projecting large capital gains, it might be a good […]

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New TCJA Guidance on the Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit and Employee Moving Expense Reimbursements

New TCJA Guidance on the Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit and Employee Moving Expense Reimbursements

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) created a new general business tax credit for certain businesses that grant their qualifying employees paid family and medical leave in 2018 and […]

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New Benefits of Employee Travel Expense Reimbursement Plans Under TCJA

New Benefits of Employee Travel Expense Reimbursement Plans Under TCJA

Do you reimburse your employees for business travel expenses? If you don’t, you may want to consider implementing a reimbursement plan, because changes under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act […]

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How to Maximize the Tax Deduction for Donating Artwork to Charity

How to Maximize the Tax Deduction for Donating Artwork to Charity

Assuming you’re charitably inclined and you collect art, appreciated artwork can make one of the best charitable donations from a tax perspective. Donating appreciated property has two benefits, first, a […]

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Revamped Child Tax Credit under TCJA

Revamped Child Tax Credit under TCJA

The Child Tax Credit was introduced in 1997 under the Taxpayer Relief Act. The credit has gone through many changes over the past 20 years, starting out as a $400 […]

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Tax Reform 2.0: Three New Tax Bills From the House

Tax Reform 2.0 –Three New Tax Bills From the House

Tax Reform 2.0 is making its way through Congress.  On September 13, the House Ways and Means Committee passed three separate bills that focus on making several provisions of the […]

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Turning Your Vacation Home into a Rental Property Could Save You Tax

Turning Your Vacation Home into a Rental Property Could Save You Tax

If you own a vacation home that you both rent out and use personally, you might save tax by taking steps to ensure it qualifies as a rental property this […]

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Selecting the Correct Tax Accounting Method for your Business

Selecting The Correct Tax Accounting Method For Your Business

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) opened up the eligibility guidelines for using the cash method of accounting, making the cash method available to more businesses than was previously […]

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