Archive for March, 2016

Winter Community Service Activities

Spring has officially begun and we’d like to share some activities we took part in throughout the Winter.  These in office events are made possible through our affiliation with Building Impact, an organization we’re proud to

READ MORE

Posted In: Events, News

Denis Higgins in Wall Street Journal, “Professionals Who Can Help With an Aging Parent’s Finances”

Partner Denis Higgins was quoted in The Wall Street Journal article, “Professionals Who Can Help With an Aging Parent’s Finances.” It outlines three professional groups (financial, legal, and medical) and how they can help manage

READ MORE

Posted In: Articles

Tax Alert- Tips for deducting losses from a disaster, fire or theft

If you suffer damage to your home or personal property, you may be able to deduct these “casualty” losses on your federal income tax return. A casualty is a sudden, unexpected or unusual event, such

READ MORE

Posted In: Alerts & Advisories

March 2016 Nonprofit Newsletter

This month’s newsletter includes the following: ‘Tis The Gala Season: Factors to take into consideration as you plan your nonprofit’s flagship event. Private Foundations: Museum operations 2017 Fiscal Budget Philanthropy Roundtable Opposition What Are Nonprofit

READ MORE

Posted In: Alerts & Advisories

Scott Kaplowitch in Wall Street Journal, “The Other March Madness: What the IRS Thinks of Your Bracket”

Partner Scott Kaplowitch was quoted in The Wall Street Journal article, “The Other March Madness: What the IRS Thinks of Your Bracket,” which outlines what you need to know about gambling income and deductions. “The

READ MORE

Posted In: Articles

Tax Alert- 3 income-tax-smart gifting strategies

If your 2015 tax liability is higher than you’d hoped and you’re ready to transfer some assets to your loved ones, now may be the time to get started. Giving away assets will, of course,

READ MORE

Posted In: Alerts & Advisories

Tax Alert- Make a 2015 contribution to an IRA before time runs out

Tax-advantaged retirement plans allow your money to grow tax-deferred — or, in the case of Roth accounts, tax-free. But annual contributions are limited by tax law, and any unused limit can’t be carried forward to

READ MORE

Posted In: Alerts & Advisories

Edelstein recognizes International Women’s Day

We invited our staff to wear purple today in recognition of International Women’s Day (March 8, 2016) and to acknowledge the work that our Women’s Initiative has achieved since its founding in 2011.  In the past year

READ MORE

Posted In: Events, News

IRS Alerts of Phishing Scheme Involving W-2s

Payroll and HR Professionals Beware Earlier this week, the IRS issued an alert specifically targeted for human resources and payroll professionals to be aware of an email scheme.  This phishing scheme appears to come from

READ MORE

Posted In: Alerts & Advisories