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How Utah is Changing Tax Rules for Small Businesses and Rentals

March 26, 2026

Utah has updated how it handles taxes for certain businesses and rentals. One big change makes a special tax rule for pass-through entities permanent. These are businesses where profits go to owners instead of being taxed at the company level. Now, those owners can keep using this tax setup without

finance

India Adds Crypto to Tax Reporting List

March 7, 2026

The Indian tax office has widened the scope of assets that must be reported. Beginning on January 1, crypto‑assets are now treated as financial holdings for tax purposes. This change follows a March 5 announcement that redefined what counts as a “financial asset. ” The new definition now covers digi

finance

The Donor‑Fund Fight: A $21 Million Family Legal Battle

February 26, 2026

A family in Kansas has taken a nonprofit to court over a $21 million donor‑advised fund (DAF) that was started by the father in 2005. The son, who has been the sole advisor since his mother’s death, says the sponsor—WaterStone—has stopped letting him see the account and has ignored his grant request

politics

Property Tax Seizures vs Homeowners: A Supreme Court Dilemma

February 26, 2026

The Supreme Court sat on a case that asks whether a county can force a homeowner to sell their house at a low auction price instead of letting them find a buyer on the open market. The core question is whether the government must give the homeowner the full value of their property or only enough

business

Germany's Tax Rules: What's Changing and Why It Matters

February 14, 2026

Germany is looking for opinions on new tax rules. These rules are about something called a "permanent establishment. " This term is important for businesses that operate in more than one country. The goal is to make sure everyone understands when a business has a permanent establishment in Germany. ...

business

New Law Firm Focuses on Fair Tax Advice

February 10, 2026

"Jarrett S. Kalish, once a judge in New York City's tax court and adviser to the city’s finance department, has opened Kalish Law LLC. The company promises a mix of tax advice and dispute solutions for businesses and public groups. Kalish’s background in government, court work, and big law firms sh

business

Couples Fight IRS Over Home and App Costs

February 10, 2026

A married pair ran several projects under a single LLC. They built houses on their big farm, made an app to help people stop using the internet too much, and even tried a quick mulching side job. After filing taxes for 2017‑2019, the IRS said their business expense claims were not allowed. The coupl

finance

Anchorage's Money Problem: Time to Rethink Old Laws?

January 21, 2026

Anchorage is in a bit of a pickle. The city needs more money to cover things like schools, roads, and safety. But there's a law from way back in 1961 that stops Anchorage from taxing people's income. This law was made to keep income tax only at the state level. But times have changed, and Anchorage

finance

Tax Oddities of 2025: A Year of Surprising Tax Rules

December 31, 2025

In 2025, the tax world saw some unusual developments that left many scratching their heads. One of the most talked-about topics was the debate around tips and pornography. The IRS proposed regulations that excluded tips from illegal activities, including prostitution and pornographic activities, fro

business

California's Tax Net Casts Wider Than Expected

December 19, 2025

California's tax authorities have expanded their reach, catching a Delaware-based LLC in their net. The company, Diet Standards LLC, uses Amazon's Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program. They store inventory in Amazon's California warehouses. From there, Amazon ships orders to customers. The California

How Utah is Changing Tax Rules for Small Businesses and Rentals

India Adds Crypto to Tax Reporting List

The Donor‑Fund Fight: A $21 Million Family Legal Battle

Property Tax Seizures vs Homeowners: A Supreme Court Dilemma

Germany's Tax Rules: What's Changing and Why It Matters

New Law Firm Focuses on Fair Tax Advice

Couples Fight IRS Over Home and App Costs

Anchorage's Money Problem: Time to Rethink Old Laws?

Tax Oddities of 2025: A Year of Surprising Tax Rules

California's Tax Net Casts Wider Than Expected

The Donor‑Fund Fight: A $21 Million Family Legal Battle