by Arthur Geffen | May 29, 2014 | Affordable HCA
The IRS today announced the issuance of two electronic publications containing information for individuals and families about the Affordable Care Act (ACA). These one-page publications are available on the IRS website and can be used by individuals, tax professionals,...
by Arthur Geffen | May 28, 2014 | Dallas Estate Lawyer
1. Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death. 2. Everyone should be respected as an individual, but no one idolized. 3. Never do anything against conscience even if the state demands it. 4. If people are good only because they fear...
by Arthur Geffen | May 22, 2014 | Dallas Estate Lawyer
e TMaking the most out of certain tax exemptions, like gifting, combined with taking steps to prevent costly oversights could prevent an estate from paying more tax than absolutely necessary, according to the professionals at Atlantic Trust, the U.S. private wealth...
by Arthur Geffen | May 8, 2014 | Dallas Estate Lawyer, Estate Planning
If you haven’t changed your approach to estate planning recently, you should. “The status quo is stupid,” said John Scroggin of Scroggin & Co. at the recent FPA Retreat here. “Estate planning is a constantly changing environment.” Under the American...
by Arthur Geffen | Apr 23, 2014 | Income Tax
Most people stop thinking about taxes after they file their tax return. But there’s no better time to start tax planning than right now. And it’s never too early to set up a smart recordkeeping system. Here are six IRS tips to help you start to plan for this year’s...