Industry News & Firm Updates
The 65-Day Rule for Trust Distributions
The 65-day rule under Internal Revenue Code 663(b) allows trustees of a trust to treat distributions that are made within the first 65 days of the trust's tax year as if they were paid or credited on the last day of the preceding tax year. For 2025, the 65th day...
Unlocking the Potential Benefits of ESOPs
Wouldn’t it be great if your employees worked as if they owned part of the company? An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) could make that a reality. Under an ESOP, employee participants gain partial ownership of the business through a retirement savings arrangement....
Prepare for Resilience with a Business Continuity Plan
Companies without a disaster recovery or business continuity plan need only consider the aftermath of recent hurricanes. News reports estimated property damages from Hurricane Helene alone last year to be more than $59.6 billion, plus disruption of untold businesses...
abip Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence in Accounting and Financial Services
abip, a leader in accounting and advisory services, is proud to announce its 20th anniversary. Founded in 2005, the firm has become a trusted partner to businesses and high-net-worth individuals seeking professional guidance. Scott Irvine, Managing Partner, reflects:...
4 Key Tax Questions About 2025 Taxes
Right now, you may be more focused on what you’ll owe (or receive as a refund) when you file your 2024 tax return in April than on tax planning for the new year. However, as you work through your annual tax filing, you should familiarize yourself with amounts that may...
The U.S. Election Outcome Likely to Have Major Impact on Taxes
Having won control of the White House, the Senate and the House of Representatives, Republicans will have the opportunity to move forward their vision for federal taxes. What might this mean? First, many provisions in President-Elect Donald Trump’s signature tax...
Cost Segregation: An Impactful Tax Planning Tool
Have you purchased property recently? If so, are you interested in lowering your taxable income? A cost segregation study can help lower your taxable income in the year of completing a study, which generally is the year the property is placed in service. What is Cost...
Feeling Charitable? Be Sure You Can Substantiate Your Gifts
As the end of the year approaches, many people give more thought to supporting charities they favor. To avoid losing valuable charitable deductions if you itemize, you’ll need specific documentation, depending on the type and size of your gift. Here’s a breakdown of...