When an asset, such as property or cash, is transferred to another person without getting anything in return a gift tax may be applied. The asset has to be of a certain value for the tax to apply; otherwise, it falls under the gift tax exclusion, either annual or lifetime. If the gift is above […]
Tax Planning
“For the 99.5% Act” and How It Can Affect Estate Planning in California
On March 25th, 2021 a new bill, “For the 99.5% Act,” was introduced into Congress by Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Jimmy Gomez. The bill’s current form is only 18 pages long, but its potential impact on federal estate and gift tax laws significantly affects estate planning. While it is impossible to determine if the […]
What is Critical to Understand for the Biden Tax Reform
As the Biden Harris Administration has begun its first 100 days, noting the President’s tax plan is crucial for higher-income households to understand and likely make adjustments to their financial and legacy planning. That said, middle-class households should pay attention, too. While, generally speaking, the sweeping changes to the tax code will aim to levy […]
The 2020 Ballot Impact on California Property Taxes
This year, the 2020 election holds many important decisions for voters, especially for California residents. On November 3rd, California residents will do more than elect new government leaders. They will also vote on two separate amendments to the California constitution seeking to change its long-standing real estate tax law – known as Proposition 13. The […]
Common Mistakes to Avoid When It Comes to Property Tax Reassessments in California
When a California home or other real estate is sold or transferred to another person, with the exception of some limited circumstances, property taxes will increase due to triggering a reassessment of the Prop. 13 tax base. The good news is that these exemptions involve transfers and inheritances among certain types of family members. However, […]
Understanding Ways The New Tax Bill Can Help Your Family
The new tax bill has been signed into law and will have a direct impact on 2018. One of the main goals for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was to simplify your taxes and this will be the case for many Americans. According to the Wall Street Journal, “tens of millions of wage earners, […]