Ask your Accountant: Family Gifts

Ask your Accountant: Family Gifts

Taxes on Gifts from Parents My parents gave me a gift of $100,000. How do I pay the taxes due? The good news is that you don’t owe any taxes on gifts that you receive. Gifts are not considered income for either federal or New Jersey income tax purposes. However, if...
Is There a Student in the Family?

Is There a Student in the Family?

You could be eligible for some tax breaks in the form of a deduction or, better yet, a tax credit. Unfortunately, most of these tax breaks phase out based on income so be aware that filing status and income can limit the tax benefits. The American Opportunity Credit...
What Every Board Member Should Know About 501(c)(3)

What Every Board Member Should Know About 501(c)(3)

What it Means to be a Director of a Public Charity By: Donna Buzby, CPA What is a 501©(3) Organization? Being a 501(c)(3) organization means that the organization has been approved by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt, charitable organization. The IRS...