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Asset Capitalization and Repair
"Capitalization" refers to the concept that one must record an expenditure of funds as an asset. The deduction for this asset comes via depreciation over time. The IRS has recently issued final regulations that take effect on January 1, 2014 which significantly...
States You Shouldn’t Be Caught Dead In
Robert Negele is a 90-year-old retired executive who has lived in Connecticut for almost 40 years. Despite decades of community involvement, including service on corporate and charity boards, he and two of his children who live nearby are seriously considering...
The Joy is in the Journey for MacLife
By: Jennifer Deroin Technologically speaking, I would describe myself as “pretty much on top of it, ok truthfully, barely skimming the surface” kind of girl. There are probably a lot of people like me running around, unaware of what we don’t know. For that...
Using Self-Directed IRAs for Retirement: Pros and Cons
This type of IRA can be the key to a comfortable retirement for many investors Self-directed IRAs offer a unique way to build retirement savings. Self-directed accounts differ from traditional retirement accounts in that they allow for alternative investments that...
Explanation of Notice to All Employees on State Health Insurance Exchange Options and Forms
About the Notice This communication is specific to the notice requirement of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the upcoming October 1, 2013 deadline for employee health care coverage notification. Under the ACA, employers are required to notify their employee base...
Form Notices for Employees on State Health Insurance Exchange Options
1. DOL Model Notice - Employers Not Offering Health Plans (English) 2. DOL Model Notice - Employers Not Offering Health Plans (Spanish) 3. DOL Model Notice - Employers Offering Health Plans (English) 4. DOL Model Notice - Employers Offering Health Plans (Spanish)...
Health coverage information reporting requirements guidance issued
The IRS on Friday issued two related proposed regulation projects on health care coverage reporting requirements under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, P.L. 111-148. One set of proposed regulations gives guidance to providers of minimum essential...