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Income taxes are taxes that are collected on the individual earnings of persons or entities. Depending on the jurisdiction, income taxes are calculated and collected in a variety of ways. Some tax systems collect... more +
Income taxes are taxes that are collected on the individual earnings of persons or entities. Depending on the jurisdiction, income taxes are calculated and collected in a variety of ways. Some tax systems collect income taxes based on a progressive scheme, while others may utilize a proportional or regressive framework. less -
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Phantom Income: The Spooky Side of Taxation

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There’s a hidden tax horror behind pass-through entities, cancellation of debt, and even prizes, winning, and awards: “phantom income.” It even sounds scary, right? And when it comes to one’s tax liability, it can be...more

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Generating Tax Losses as a Hobby

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Every now and then, some well-meaning colleague will ask how I spend my free time. I usually pause before responding – to gather my thoughts – which prompts them to restate their question with what they believe is greater...more

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Exxon’s Attempt to Create New Sale/Lease Tax Law Fails

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The principal contention in the tax refund case of Exxon v. United States was whether certain mineral related transactions between Exxon and the countries of Qatar and Malaysia were sales or leases.  Originally Exxon treated...more

Foodman CPAs & Advisors

Payers and Payees have Obligations to Comply with Backup Withholding

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Backup Withholding requires a payer to “withhold tax” from payments that are not otherwise subject to withholding.  A Taxpayer (payee) may be subject to Backup Withholding if it...more

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

New York State Bill Would Alter Taxation of Carried Interest

A bill recently introduced in the New York State Assembly would impose additional tax on carried interest. The taxation of carried interest has been widely discussed over the last decade, with a number of bills introduced...more

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Use of Estonia in U.S. International Tax Planning

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According to recent estimates, Estonia, which is situated halfway between Stockholm and St. Petersburg, currently has more than 350 start-up technology companies – one for every 3,700 citizens – and the government expects...more

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UK Tax Shake Up for Partnerships

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In light of tax changes proposed for April 2014, partnerships may need to reconsider their members’ classification and/or duties to maintain the most tax efficient positions. The UK Government’s recently published...more

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China Real Estate Update

China property prices have continued to trend upward despite the government’s previous efforts to cool the real estate market. Such efforts include, among others, limiting the number of residential properties that a household...more

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