Author: David McCarthy

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“You don’t have to run faster than the bear, only faster than the guy next to you.” So goes the old saying. This adage doesn’t just apply to dangers lurking in the woods, but also to those prowling in plain sight, seeking to steal your identity. Every day thousands of talented individuals roll out of … Continued

This time of the year is typically called March Madness, typically because of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, or maybe because its tax season! Anyway, the tournament starts with a field of 68 teams. Over the course of three weekends, the tournament will play out and a national champion will be crowned. Maybe you’re an … Continued

We’ve had some extreme weather lately and with that comes questions about deducting casualty losses. Here are the basics that you need to know before taking a deduction for a casualty loss. To be considered a casualty loss, the damage done or the loss of property must have occurred from a sudden, unexpected or usual … Continued

If you own at least 10 acres of land in the woods, the Ohio Forest Tax Law Program maybe something you should consider. Land put in the program receives a 50 percent real estate tax reduction for the land owner. There are eligibility requirements that must be met. One requirement is to have a forestry … Continued

With the holidays coming into full swing and the end of the year quickly approaching, now is the time to consider gathering year-end estimates of your financial information to see if you should do some planning in order to ease your tax burden. With many people planning for the holidays, it is important to look … Continued