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The Art of Running a Successful Family Business: Breaking Things Down
Do you have a family business? Learn what it takes to help the business succeed:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read


Higher Income Individuals Beware
Here's a released list of proposed tax changes that impact individual, retirement, international and corporate tax law.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 202211 min read


Should You Get an IRS Identity Protection PIN?
IRS assigns Identity Protection PINs (IP PINs) are to prevent misuse of social security numbers. Why should you get one?

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


What You Need to Know About the IRS and Tax Audits
An audit from the IRS can be intimidating. The more prepared and better represented you are, the greater your chance for a positive outcome.

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read


Post-Pandemic Savings Burning a Hole in Your Pocket?
Consumers resisted spending during COVID. Now, the urge to splurge is high. Nevertheless, you shouldn't overextend yourself financially:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read


Were You Affected by a Disaster Loss?
If you are impacted by federal disaster declaration, you may be eligible for tax filing deadline extensions and other tax benefits:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20225 min read


Complications to the IRA-to-Charity Distribution Provision
The SECURE Act made significant changes to the retirement plan provisions of the tax code, complicating IRA distributions and donations:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20223 min read


Our Olympic Champs Get a Tax Break
In addition to winning an Olympic medal, winners are compensated by the U.S. Olympic Committee with tax-free prize money:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20222 min read


Tax Breaks for Grandparents
Grandparents raising their grandchildren should be aware of a variety of tax breaks that may ease their financial burden:

Mariko Hayashi-Hall
Jul 28, 20224 min read
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