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To Be Clear…LLCs Can Issue Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS)

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Since the finalization of the IRS’s “check-the-box” entity-classification regulations nearly 30 years ago, a state law LLC can elect to be taxed an association taxable as a corporation. During the past month, we have heard...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part XVI – Changes in...

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Now that the scurrying around and worrying relative to developments impacting the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) that were coming at us with laser speed are on a slow simmer, I can turn my attention back to my multi-part...more

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Advanced Section 1202 (QSBS) Planning for S Corporations - UPDATED March 2025

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Section 1202 provides for a substantial exclusion of gain from federal income taxes when stockholders sell qualified small business stock (QSBS). But a number of requirements must be met before a stockholder is eligible to...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part XV – Being an...

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In this Part XV of my multi-part series on some of the not-so-obvious aspects of Subchapter S, I explore a potential advantage that the S corporation has over the C corporation. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part XIV – An S...

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In this Part XIV of my multi-part series on some of the not-so-obvious aspects of Subchapter S, I explore a narrow aspect of Subchapter S that is often ignored or forgotten. An S corporation is not always a mere extension of...more

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[Event] 2025 Winter Tax Forum - February 6th, Richmond, VA

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Join Williams Mullen for our hybrid 2025 Winter Tax Forum on Thursday, February 6th. Our speakers, Anna Derewenda, Kyle Wingfield, Kevin Bender, and Patrick Carr will provide an update on the following: - New Basis...more

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Tax Relief and Recovery: Key Considerations for Los Angeles Residents Affected by Recent Wildfires

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We at the Buchalter law firm understand that many have suffered greatly as a result of the recent wildfires. The loss of life, and the loss of homes with memories is, of course irreplaceable....more

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The Importance of Actively Monitoring S Corporation Compliance

Many banks have elected to be “S Corporations” for tax purposes. This status can provide significant tax benefits to the bank’s shareholders, but it also comes with several ongoing technical requirements. Failure to satisfy...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part XIII – What...

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Basic Rules - IRC § 6501(a) generally requires the IRS to assess tax within three (3) years after a tax return is filed by the taxpayer. There are two (2) notable exceptions to this rule under IRC § 6501(c) and (e),...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part XII – A...

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In this Part XII of my multi-part series on some of the not-so-obvious aspects of S corporations, I explore a consistent theme – taxpayers lose fights with taxing authorities when they fail to maintain adequate records....more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part XI – A...

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In this Part XI of my multi-part series on some of the not-so-obvious aspects of S corporations, I explore a topic that should be obvious but which appears to be ignored by many taxpayers and their tax advisers – accurate...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part X – Converting a...

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When considering converting a C corporation to an S corporation, tax advisers and taxpayers need to pay careful attention to the many perils that exist. Failure to pay close attention to the road in this area could result in...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part IX – Taking the...

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Unlike the rules contained in Subchapter K surrounding partnership distributions, which tend to be somewhat complex, the distribution rules contained in Subchapter S are fairly straightforward. Nevertheless, from time to...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part VIII –...

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In the S corporation arena, tax advisors and taxpayers generally do not focus a lot of attention on the S corporation shareholder eligibility rules other than at the time the S election is made. As we dive into shareholder...more

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No Moore Waiting - Supreme Court Upholds Mandatory Repatriation Tax

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On June 20, the U.S. Supreme Court released its opinion in the closely watched case of Moore v. United States. In a 7-2 decision, the court upheld the constitutionality of the mandatory repatriation tax (MRT), also referred...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part VII –...

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In the S corporation arena, tax advisors generally do not focus much attention on unreasonable compensation. As we delve into the issue in this Part VII of my multi-part series on Subchapter S, it will become apparent that...more

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Section 1202 QSBS - The Overlooked Arrow in the Business Succession Quiver

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Business owners considering exit options from their businesses often can be blinded by purchase price figures and proceeds, often “accepting” that paying capital gains tax is part of the deal. The ability to avoid or defer...more

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Treasury Department and IRS Issue Final Regulations Regarding the Transferability of Tax Credits Under Section 6418 of the...

The final regulations adopt the provisions of the previously proposed regulations with modest modifications and clarifications. The registration portal for transferring tax credits is open, and no significant changes have...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part VI – Revocation...

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This sixth installment of my multi-part series on Subchapter S is focused on the revocation of an S corporation election. While the rules relating to revocation are fairly straightforward, there are a few nuances that may...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part V – Spouses...

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This fifth installment of my multi-part series on Subchapter S is focused on married individuals who own shares of an S corporation. While the rules relating to shareholder eligibility seem straightforward, their application...more

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Accidental Termination on Purpose? S Corp Ruling Could Be Huge For QSBS Owners

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Qualified Small Business Stock (“QSBS”) is arguably one of the largest “gifts” Congress has given taxpayers by excluding from a shareholder’s gross income the greater of $10 million or 10 times the shareholder’s basis in the...more

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Focus on S Corporations, Part 3: Tax Implications and Special Considerations in S Corp Acquisitions

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Acquiring a business can be a strategic move to grow, diversify, or compete in the market. Acquisition also involves significant tax implications that can affect the value and structure of the deal. Therefore, it is crucial...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part IV – Suspended...

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This fourth installment of my multi-part series on Subchapter S is focused on suspended losses of an S corporation. While the rules seem straightforward, their application can be tricky, especially given legislative changes...more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part III – Code...

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This third installment of my multi-part series on Subchapter S is focused on a single Code Section, namely IRC Section 1361(b)(1)(C) and the ineligibility of nonresident aliens as shareholders of Subchapter S corporations....more

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A Journey Through Subchapter S / A Review of The Not So Obvious & The Many Traps That Exist For The Unwary: Part II – Code...

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This second installment of my multi-part series on Subchapter S is focused on two Code Sections, namely IRC Section 1375 and IRC Section 1362(d)(3)....more

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