Miller Kaplan Adds New Tax Partner – Jun Wang
January 4, 2024 Press Releases
Miller Kaplan Adds New Tax Partner – Jun Wang

Miller Kaplan, a top-100 certified public accounting firm, is pleased to announce that Jun Wang, CPA, M.S. Taxation has been promoted into the partnership. “We are proud to have Jun join the partnership,” reflected Michael Kaplan, managing partner at Miller Kaplan. “Her commitment to excellence and focus on advancing our tax practice will ensure continued […]

The Inflation Reduction Act: what’s in it for you?
September 13, 2022 Knowledge Center
The Inflation Reduction Act: what’s in it for you?

You may have heard that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law recently. While experts have varying opinions about whether it will reduce inflation in the near future, it contains, extends and modifies many climate and energy-related tax credits that may be of interest to individuals. Nonbusiness energy property Before the IRA was […]

The Inflation Reduction Act includes wide-ranging tax provisions
August 16, 2022 Knowledge Center
The Inflation Reduction Act includes wide-ranging tax provisions

President Biden has just signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law. The IRA includes significant provisions related to climate change, health care, and, of course, taxes. The IRA also addresses the federal budget deficit. According to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), the IRA is projected to reduce the deficit by around $90 billion over […]

CHIPS Act poised to boost U.S. businesses
August 5, 2022 Knowledge Center
CHIPS Act poised to boost U.S. businesses

The Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors for America Act (CHIPS Act) was recently passed by Congress as part of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. President Biden is expected to sign it into law shortly. Among other things, the $52 billion package provides generous tax incentives to increase domestic production of semiconductors, also […]

Are you and your spouse considering “splitting” gifts?
May 4, 2022 Knowledge Center
Are you and your spouse considering “splitting” gifts?

Gift splitting can be a valuable estate planning tool, allowing you and your spouse to maximize the amount of wealth you can transfer tax-free. But in some cases, it can have undesirable consequences, so be sure that you understand the implications before making an election to split gifts. Gifts of separate property Gift splitting is […]

Thinking about converting your home into a rental property?
April 19, 2022 Knowledge Center
Thinking about converting your home into a rental property?

In some cases, homeowners decide to move to new residences, but keep their present homes and rent them out. If you’re thinking of doing this, you’re probably aware of the financial risks and rewards. However, you also should know that renting out your home carries potential tax benefits and pitfalls. You’re generally treated as a […]

Opening up to SLAT opportunities
April 14, 2022 Knowledge Center
Opening up to SLAT opportunities

Estate tax planning can become complicated when multiple parties are involved. For example, you may be concerned about providing assets to a surviving spouse of a second marriage, while also providing for your children from your first marriage. Of course, you also want to take advantage of favorable estate tax provisions in the law. Fortunately, […]

What estate planning strategies are available for non-U.S. citizens?
April 1, 2022 Knowledge Center
What estate planning strategies are available for non-U.S. citizens?

Are you, or is your spouse, a non-U.S. citizen? If so, several traditional estate planning techniques won’t be available to you. However, if you’re a U.S. resident, but not a citizen, the IRS will treat you similarly to a U.S. citizen. If you’re considered a resident, you’re subject to federal gift and estate taxes on […]

The tax rules of renting out a vacation property
March 23, 2022 Knowledge Center
The tax rules of renting out a vacation property

Summer is just around the corner. If you’re fortunate enough to own a vacation home, you may wonder about the tax consequences of renting it out for part of the year. The tax treatment depends on how many days it’s rented and your level of personal use. Personal use includes vacation use by your relatives […]

Miller Kaplan Names Three New Partners
January 5, 2022 Press Releases
Miller Kaplan Names Three New Partners

Miller Kaplan, a top-100 certified public accounting firm, is pleased to announce that three distinguished professionals—Qiva Dinuri, J.D., LL.M. Taxation; Nicky Lipset, CPA, M.S. Taxation; and Gustavo Valle, CPA, MBA—have been promoted to Partner. “All three of these individuals have been exemplary in their dedication to their clients and the firm” remarked Michael Kaplan, managing […]

Looking for a 2022 safety net for your business? Act on EIDL funding before year end
December 22, 2021 COVID-19
Looking for a 2022 safety net for your business? Act on EIDL funding before year end

As the new year approaches, the future of the Build Back Better Act (BBBA) — and the strength of the economic recovery — remains uncertain. One thing that’s not uncertain when it comes to your business is the impending deadline to apply for COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) funding, some of which needn’t be […]

The Information Security Tsunami | LABJ
December 17, 2021 In the News
The Information Security Tsunami | LABJ

by David Lam | This article originally appeared in The Los Angeles Business Journal.   Pioneers of the information security field have known for decades how important it is—and forever will be—to protect one’s data. When my business partners started our practice in 2001, large companies were already well aware of this fact, so our […]