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Benjamin Franklin once said, "in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." Thankfully, the Circuit Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit said, "Any one may so arrange his affairs that his taxes shall be as low as possible; he is not bound to choose that pattern which will best pay the Treasury."
Tax planning is an excellent way to make the most of business and financial opportunities. Sometimes, however, a great investment can also be a minefield of complicated tax issues that may end up stealing any profit you hope to make.
Through careful research and planning, Evergreen Tax Law can help ensure that you make the most of your opportunities and protect your assets so that they are secure for the future.
IRS Collections and Negotiations
Have you been hit with a Federal Tax Lien, or had your bank account levied by the IRS? Are you constantly receiving letters from the Service in the mail telling you how much you owe?
When the IRS comes after you or your business, it can be stressful (maybe even a little scary). While the IRS may make it seem as though you have no options, this is rarely the case.
Let Evergreen Tax Law stand between you and the Service. You will no longer have to deal directly with IRS personnel or the long waits when they put you on hold.
Evergreen Tax Law can get to the bottom of the issue, negotiate a fair resolution and help you to avoid future tax issues and repercussions.
Starting a new business is exciting, but it is important to take the right steps from square one:
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Do you choose an LLC, a Corporation, or something else?
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What is an S-Corporation and its advantages?
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Do you issue stock, and if so how much?
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What kind of written agreements should you and your partners have?
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What is an EIN number and do you need one?
The choices you make in regard to these types of questions can have serious and long-lasting financial and tax implications.
Thankfully, Evergreen Tax Law can guide you all the way from the very beginning, or at any point thereafter. E.T.L. will help you make the decisions that best fit your business model and will also file all the appropriate documents with the state and federal government in order to get your business up and running.
So you already have a business up and running, but now you want to make some moves. Maybe you want to buy out your competitor? Or maybe you want to sell part of your business off?
Maybe you want to bring someone new in, but you're not sure if they should be an equal partner or simply have a share in the profits.
Maybe you need to figure out which employees are actually employees and which are independent contractors, and you would like them to sign agreements which clearly define those roles, so everyone (including the IRS) knows where they stand.
Evergreen Tax Law can assist you in any of these and many other similar issues. From negotiating with third parties and their attorneys, to reviewing or drawing up the necessary contracts, E.T.L. is there for you.
Estate Planning
Evergreen Tax Law can also provide you with the advice and guidance you need to arrange your affairs and ensure that your family is not burdened by the unnecessary, complicated, and often costly tax and legal problems that can arise when someone passes without a will.
Many people put off the drafting of their Last Will and Testament. But estate planning is an important tool in managing your assets and protecting your family's future.
Estate planning does not simply cover what happens when you pass. For example, does your family know what your wishes are should you be placed on life support? Do you know who will pay your bills or make medical decisions for you while you're incapacitated?
All of Evergreen Tax Law's estate plans include a Last Will and Testament, Durable Power of Attorney, Designation of Health Care Surrogate, and a Living Will. These documents will address the above questions and more in order to make any eventuality much less stressful for your family.
Charities and Private Foundations
Many individuals and organizations alike share the desire to give back to the community or financially assist one, or even several, charitable causes. Forming your own 501(c)(3), Tax Exempt Organization such as a Charity or a Private Foundation can be a great way to accomplish these goals.
However, the application to form such an organization can be complicated and lengthy, and such organizations are subject to careful and strict review by the Internal Revenue Service, both at formation and every year following.
There are also some complicated rules regarding how much money must be spent each year, who can serve as a board member, and a whole host of other regulations that need careful attention in order for the organization to maintain its tax exempt status.
Fortunately, Evergreen Tax Law can help you in choosing the proper entity, drafting your bylaws, filing the proper documents with the State, and completing the appropriate application form for the IRS.