Daniel Seaman
Why Complex Trusts Matter for High-Net-Worth Investors Under OBBB
A provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act has renewed interest in a once-overlooked planning strategy: the use of a complex trust as a standalone tax-paying entity. While the concept is not new, recent updates including expanded deductions for real estate taxes make the structure more practical and more compelling, particularly for high […]
Buy-Sell Agreements, Life Insurance & Business Valuation: What Owners Must Know
Business owners are often reluctant to plan for the eventual transition of ownership, even though the need for succession is inevitable, whether it comes through retirement or unforeseen circumstances. Too often, the process is delayed because it feels premature, uncomfortable, or overwhelming. Some believe that having life insurance or a signed agreement in place is […]
AAF Wealth Management Q2 2025 Market Insights
In an ongoing commitment to keep you abreast on a range of issues that might affect your business and personal finances, AAFCPAs is pleased to share Q2 2025 Market Insights published by AAF Wealth Management, part of the AAFCPAs family of companies. This provides investors with an understanding of what’s driven performance of late. With […]
IRS to End Paper Checks in 2025
Beginning in September 2025, the federal government will phase out paper checks to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), ending a long chapter in the way Americans exchange money with the agency. Under a sweeping mandate issued by the U.S. Treasury, all federal disbursements including tax refunds must be paid electronically, and paper refund checks will […]
Estate Planning Pro Tip for Married Couples: Don’t Overlook Portability
In this article: Estate planning ensures that wealth transfers happen efficiently with minimal tax exposure. One of the most powerful tools in the estate planning toolkit for married couples is portability, which allows a surviving spouse to inherit any unused federal estate tax exemption from their deceased partner. It is a concept that can significantly […]
AAF Wealth Management Q1 2025 Market Insights
In an ongoing commitment to keep you abreast on a range of issues that might affect your business and/or personal financial plans, AAFCPAs is pleased to share Q1 2025 Market Insights published by AAF Wealth Management, a wholly owned subsidiary of AAFCPAs. This provides investors with an understanding of what’s driven performance of late. The […]
New IRS Rule Deems Catch-Up Contributions After-Tax for Select Participants
The Department of the Treasury and the IRS recently issued proposed regulations addressing key changes under the SECURE 2.0 Act focused on catch-up contributions for 401(k) and similar retirement plans. Catch-up contributions are additional contributions allowed by employees who are age 50 or older. These updates are significant for plan administrators and participants alike. The […]
AAF Wealth Management Q4 2024 Market Insights
In an ongoing commitment to keep you abreast on a range of issues that might affect your business and personal financial health, AAFCPAs is pleased to share Q4 2024 Market Insights published by AAF Wealth Management, a wholly owned subsidiary of AAFCPAs. This provides investors with an understanding of what’s driven performance of late. Overall, […]
Social Security Changes for Public Service Employees
What To Know About the Social Security Fairness Act On Sunday, January 5, President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law, marking one of the most significant changes to Social Security in decades. This legislation directly affects around three million public service employees, including teachers, firefighters, police officers, and their families. Beneficiaries will […]