The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a new piece of legislation aimed at enhancing transparency in business ownership and cracking down on illicit activities like money laundering, tax evasion, and financing of terrorism. As an attorney with the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), I have seen how
This week on October 18, 2022, the IRS announced IR-2022-182, which provides the tax inflation adjustments for the 2023 tax year. The federal government annually makes adjustments such as these to cushion taxpayers from the economically crippling effects of inflation. According to the most recent inflation update, the US annual
If you own a business, chances are that your business represents more than the sum of its line items to you. It is a personal or family legacy; a testament to something you’ve spent a good chunk of your waking hours building. Still, a variety of circumstances can trigger the
Farm succession planning, like planning for the succession of any business, is extremely important in the success of the farming operation continuing with the next generation. However, when considering the transfer of the family farm, here are three things to avoid: 1. Failing to Make A Plan Farmers may procrastinate
Sandin Law managing partner, Toni M. Sandin, has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC). ACTEC is a nonprofit association of lawyers and law professors whose character and ability contribute to the achievement of the College. Its more than 2,400 members are called
Our firm as recently hired attorneys, Justin Rose and Ellie Steffes, to join our growing team! Justin joins our firm specializing in civil litigation. He assists individuals and organizations across a wide variety of industries. Justin’s experience includes advising clients and litigating actions concerning trust and probate disputes, partnership and
The escalating COVID-19 pandemic has many of us thinking about the health and wellness of our families. Fortunately, most people are taking responsible measures to slow the spread and minimize the impact the virus has on their health and the health of those around them. We should all be doing
Effective January 1, 2020, The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act has been one of the most significant changes to retirement security in over 13 years. It puts into place numerous provisions affecting employers and employees all across the county. With this Act comes with its share
