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In this episode of Taxing Topics, Withum’s Lynn Mucenski-Keck, Partner and Withum’s Federal Tax Policy Lead, breaks down the newly released IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-28 and its impact on domestic research and experimental (R&E) expenditures. Learn how small business taxpayers can leverage immediate deductions for 2024, avoid amendments and accelerate cash refunds. This episode offers impactful insights to help you optimize your tax strategy and boost operational cash flow.

In this episode of Taxing Topics, Withum’s Derek White, Principal, is joined by Jared Feldman, Owner and Founder of Jared Feldman Consulting, to explore accounting and tax trends impacting the restaurant industry. Together, they discuss fundraising versus loans, healthy profit margins and effective methods for scaling and funding new restaurant units. They also highlight the importance of accurate sales tax compliance and the challenges of balancing labor costs post-COVID. 

In this episode, we delve into one of the most important decisions you'll make when starting your own food or restaurant business - selecting the legal structure for your company. Each type of entity—LLC (Limited Liability Company), S Corporation, and C Corporation—comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. We'll discuss the pros and cons of each entity and help you decide the best option for your business.

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of Donald Trump’s tax policy. Join us as we explore the key components of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, its effects on different income groups, and the broader economic implications. We’ll also discuss the political and social debates surrounding the policy. Whether you’re an economic enthusiast or just looking to understand the policy’s impact, this episode offers valuable insights into this significant tax reform.

In this episode, we take a closer look at Vice President Kamala Harris’s ambitious tax proposal. Learn about the potential economic impacts, the changes to capital gains taxes, and how these policies could shape the future of the American tax system. Tune in for an in-depth analysis and expert opinions on what this means for you and the broader economy.

Join us as we delve into the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and its profound effects on individuals. We’ll break down the key changes, explore how they impact your finances, and provide expert insights to help you navigate this significant shift in tax policy.

Join us as we delve into the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and its profound effects on flow-through entities. We’ll break down the key changes, explore potential challenges, and provide insights on how businesses can navigate this evolving tax landscape. Whether you’re a business owner, tax professional, or just curious about tax policy, this episode offers valuable information to help you stay ahead.

Join Lynn Mucenski-Keck of Withum's National Tax Services Group and Brian Reardon, President of the S Corp Association and Founder of Reardon Consulting Services for the second episode of our Taxing Topics: Navigating Election Year Series as they dive into the 2024 election landscape and its potential impact on federal tax reform. In this episode, they discuss the recent shakeup in the Democratic presidential race, the outlook for the Senate and House elections, and the implications for tax policies affecting private and family-owned businesses.

Join Lynn Mucenski-Keck of Withum's National Tax Services Group and Phillip Swagel, Director of the Congressional Budget Office for the first episode of our Taxing Topics: Navigating Election Year series as they discuss how the federal budget will impact the upcoming tax reform. In addition, they will examine revenue and deficit forecast with and without the sunsetting of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Acts (TCJA), the debt-to-GDP ratio, and the impact of workforce changes on the budget. 

Join us as we examine the impact of the Farhy Case on the IRS's penalty notice procedure and what it means for taxpayers. We'll also discuss IRS Form 5471 filing requirements, and taxpayer obligations to disclose foreign shareholdings, assets, and transactions.

Listen into Withum’s Kimberlee Phelan and Angela Pulaski and guests Brett Starkman and David Kerzner discuss the many tax factors and considerations of doing business in Canada.  

In July 2022, the IRS issued a simplified method for taxpayers to obtain an extension to make a portability election. This new publication, Rev. Proc. 2022-3,2022-1 IRB 144 has superseded the 2017 publication, Rev. Proc. 2017-34,2017-26 IRB 1282. As a result, eligible estates now have up to five years after the death of the deceased spouse to elect portability.

Listen into Withum’s Calvin Yung and Rajesh Tripathi and guest speakers Ambassador Atul Keshap and John Campanella discuss doing business in India.

Listen into Withum’s Chaya Siegfried and guest speakers Jason Mariarathanam and Jesse Campanaro discuss doing business in the Netherlands. 

Listen into Withum’s Calvin Yung and Rajesh Tripathi and guest speakers Renato Sella and Marcela Ejnisman discuss doing business in Brazil.