Insights by Author: Kathleen Donelan-Maher

5 New Updates on Economic Impact Payments

September 28, 2020

New information continues to unfold as Congress provides clarity on several aspects of the economic impact…

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The CARES Act: Big Changes to Retirement Plans

May 6, 2020

Let’s talk retirement planning. How should retirement accounts be handled after the big changes seen in…

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The SECURE Act: Key Takeaways and Strategies to Consider

February 21, 2020

Over the past few years, we have seen some of the greatest shifts in tax legislation.…

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IRS Establishes No Clawback Rule on Gifts and Estates

December 23, 2019

‘Tis the season for giving! In a recent announcement, the IRS presented the highly-anticipated final regulations…

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How to Leave Your Digital Legacy

December 19, 2019

As we continue to expand our digital footprint, it is important to incorporate our digital lives…

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Tax Court Denial of Charitable Deductions

The Tax Court recently ruled that a married couple's significant amount of charitable contributions were not ...
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New Tax on Investment Income to Support Medicare

The recent Supreme Court ruling on the healthcare law upheld the Patient Protection and Affordable Care ...
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IRS Audits Foreseeable for Ultra-Wealthy

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has ramped up its efforts in recent years by expanding its ...
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Regulatory Changes to Pension Plans – Upcoming Deadlines

In an effort to clarify the general ambiguity that looms over pension plans and fees paid ...
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A Trust That Keeps on Giving

With a properly executed estate plan, your wealth can be enjoyed by your children and even ...
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Business Vehicle Depreciation Limits Released for 2012

The IRS recently released the updated version of allowable depreciation limits for business passenger vehicles and ...
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Social Security Statements Available Online

As of May 1, the Social Security Administration now provides workers, ages 18 and over, with ...
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Key Provisions of the JOBS Act

On April 5, President Obama signed into law the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (JOBS Act), ...
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Planning a Successful CRM Project

"Plan the work and work the plan." That's what my grandfather always used to tell me. ...
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Bridget Foreman Named Among Top 50 Women in Business

Santa Barbara, CA – Partner Bridget Foreman was named one of the 2012 Top Women in Business ...
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Three BPW Team Members Receive CPA License

Santa Barbara, CA – Jason Van Reken, Stacey Foley and Jorge Melgoza of Bartlett, Pringle & ...
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BOE Targeting Local Businesses for Sales and Use Tax Payments

The State Board of Equalization (BOE) is taking a new approach to collect California sales and ...
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