How Tax Works

In episode 38 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses the updates and modifications to Qualified Small Business Stock (IRC 1202) and R&E Expensing (IRC 174) Under OBBBA, plus a bonus discussion of how he thinks OBBBA should be pronounced. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down...

In episode 37 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses the various tax things you should consider when you win the lottery, right after you throw a party in the Whale Room of the American Museum of Natural History. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a cleare...

In episode 36 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses grouping elections for the passive activity loss limitations, which are also generally applicable for sections 465 (at-risk limitations), 199A (qualified business income), and other parts of the Internal Revenue Code. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacie...

In episode 35 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses sales where payment is over a number of years, with additional discussions of interest payments due to large notes and interaction with 1031 exchanges How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer underst...

In episode 33 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman evaluates human and AI answers to a straightforward tax question, seeking to (somewhat) answer the question of whether AI can replace or augment tax lawyers. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understand...

In episode 34 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman continues his evaluation of human and AI answers to a less straightforward tax question, seeking to (hopefully) answer the question of whether AI can replace or augment tax lawyers. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts...

In episode 32 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses the tax structure of the recently announced deal where the NFL is exchanging NFL Network and Redzone for a 10% equity stake in ESPN. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understanding of how tax...

In Episode 31 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman revisits the passive activity loss limitation rules that he discussed in Episode 13—but from the view of real estate investors. The episode focuses on the additional rules for rental real estate, as well as practical tips to survive an audit. Listen to Episode 13 - At Risk Limitations under IRC 465 here: https://frblaw.com/podcast/passive-activity-losse...

In episode 30 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman continues his discussion of important and relevant tax cases, discussing gambling losses, whether something is a gift, whether an asset is inventory or a capital asset, and closing with a discussion of Broadway producer George M. Cohan’s contribution to tax law. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq....

In episode 29 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses important and relevant tax cases, noting that there might be a patriotic duty to pay your taxes due, the power of substance versus form arguments, and how hedges are taxed. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts...

In Episode 28 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses Family Offices, focusing on purpose, structure, and why they’re the perfect solution for booking a family vacation to Monaco. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understanding of how tax laws im...

In episode 27 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses what to do when you’ve made a S election and might have some remorse, need to restructure, or need to sell part of the business. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understanding of how tax laws...

In episode 26 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses how to ensure mergers and acquisitions are tax-free, why it’s not always best to squeeze into tax-free status, general requirements, and common issues. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer unders...

In Episode 25 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses the tax implications of dividing partnerships, redeeming partners, and dealing with partnership debt.  How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understanding of how tax laws impact your financial dec...

In Episode 24 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses how to divide two businesses into separate entities, focusing on the legal requirements and best practices. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understanding of how tax laws impact your financia...

In Episode 23 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses the five W’s of F Reorgs: Who needs one, What they do (and don’t do), When they’re necessary, Where the foot faults lie, and Why you need to be careful when undertaking one. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concept...

In Episode 22 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses Golden Parachutes under section 280G, which may sound like a fun thing to have, but they likely result in the highest effective income tax rates. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understandin...

In Episode 21 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses why foreign persons almost certainly shouldn’t own LLCs, a surprisingly common issue. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a clearer understanding of how tax laws impact your financial decisions. Follow us...

In Episode 20 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses the pros and cons of buying a professional sports team from a tax perspective. Listen for a discussion of depreciation, amortization, and business expenses galore. How Tax Works, hosted by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Partner Matthew E. Foreman, Esq., LL.M., delves into the intricacies of taxation, breaking down complex concepts for a cl...

In Episode 19 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman concludes his discussion of Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS), which is section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code.  He discusses possible ways to increase the QSBS exclusion, including gifting, various trusts, and so-called stacking transactions, with a warning about the anticipatory assignment of income doctrine, finishing up with the ability to ro...

In Episode 18 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman continues his discussion of Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS), section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code. In this episode, he discusses the original issuance requirement, issues with redemptions, gifts, partnership distributions, short positions, the Qualified Small Business requirement, the active business requirement, possible meanings of “substan...

In Episode 17 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman talks about Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS), which is section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code.  In this episode, he discusses how (and whether) income is excluded, the holding requirement, basis rules and the per-issuer requirement, and certain transactions that allow for continued deferral of tax.  Please also see Matt Foreman’s upcoming webina...

In episode 16 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman talks about how to lower your taxes and why your accountant probably shouldn’t let you deduct your Bugatti, as well as answering a question from Ken Falcon, Managing Partner at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP regarding whether property acquired via adverse possession is taxable.  This episode is for anyone who has asked or has been asked a quick tax...

In episode 15 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses tax issues with divorce, from transfer between spouses, to splitting up businesses and the need for detailed documents to avoid problems.  This episode is for anyone who knows anyone who has ever gotten divorced, which should be everyone in the known world at this point. Please also see Matt Foreman’s upcoming webinars! Details below: Deductin...

In episode 14 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses another signature change from the Tax Reform Act of 1986, section 465, which often prevents deductions from activities where the owner does not have capital subject to a risk of loss.  This episode is for anyone who is using leverage or investing in a business that will produce initial losses without requiring an initial capital contribution....