Foreign Bank Accounts And Gifts To The Federal Government

The Biden Administration Corporate Tax Proposal

Today we talk about common problems people run into with Foreign Bank Accounts, Trusts or Foreign Pension Plans. Also how, if you so desire, can make a charitable gift to the U.S. Federal Government. For questions regarding these or other tax issues you may have please contact me at 510-797-8661

Not Your Mother’s Pants!

Not Your Mother’s Pants!

What happens when you mix a charitable auction with a famous pair of pants from an iconic movie worn by a legendary international superstar?  A six-figure donation to cancer research and a lot of very happy people… On November 2, 2019, the Estate of Olivia Newton-John listed several items on Julien’s Auction. The famous actor…

New guidelines for deferring payroll tax obligations during COVID-19 disaster

New Guidelines for Deferring Payroll Tax Obligations During COVID-19 Disaster

New Guidelines for Deferring Payroll Tax Obligations During COVID-19 Disaster New guidelines for deferring payroll tax obligations during COVID-19 disaster.  On August 8, 2020, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum (Notice 2020-65) directing the Secretary of the Treasury to use his authority pursuant to section 7508A of the Internal Revenue Code to defer the withholding,…

should I move out of California due to the proposed wealth tax

Should I Move Out of California Due to the Proposed Wealth Tax?

Should I Move Out of California Due to the Proposed Wealth Tax? Why now?  I am currently getting a lot of questions from individuals wanting to change their state tax status to California non-resident due to ab2088. Ab2088 known as the Wealth Tax, is a bill going through the California legislation process. “This bill would…

COVID-19 Stimulus Round 4

COVID-19 Stimulus Round 4, which plan will go into effect?

COVID-19 Stimulus Round 4, which plan will go into effect?  Many people have been looking forward to the government’s next round of COVID-19 stimulus– sadly, the fourth wave of COVID-19 relief and the laws around it have become highly politicized and appear to be caught in gridlock between the House and Senate. While both Republicans…