Harry W. Laughlin III (Wis)
Harry W. (Wis) Laughlin III
Wis is a 2017-23 Super Lawyer in Taxation, former IRS tax attorney and Accredited Estate Planner, AV Preeminent 5/5 on Martindale.com.
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Estate Planning Package
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Posted in Estate Planning & Probate
Tagged estate, estate planning, revocable living trust, trust, Will
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Our Individual IncomeTax
Do you remember the thrill, when a great teacher helped you understand a difficult subject and you felt like you were in control? Experience that thrill again with your taxes and put some cash in your pocket! This article can only … Continue reading
Your Investments
Both individuals and businesses have investments, ranging from investment securities to business furniture, equipment and real estate. The tax rules for these investments are many and complex. I help my clients maximize their wealth by taking advantage of all the … Continue reading
Year End Planning
Surprise! Did you write a big check to the IRS last year or get a big refund? Did your deductions not work as the result of the Alternative Minimum Tax (“AMT”)? Then you need to talk to me about professional year-end … Continue reading
Types of Contracts
AGREEMENTS A substantial part of my practice is designing and negotiating contracts. While the General Counsel of a national software company, I negotiated contracts with over 50 Fortune 500 companies, including IBM, Unisys and the Federal Reserve Bank. It was … Continue reading
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Tagged business purchase sales, contracts, indemnify, transactions
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Tax WISardry with Rental Properties
Real estate rental properties can be a satisfying way to build retirement income and a fine tax shelter. However, if you are a landlord or are thinking about being one, watch out for tax traps. For example: RENTAL PROPERTY TRAPS: … Continue reading
Posted in Individual Tax
Tagged depreciation, depreciation deduction, leasehold improvements, RENTAL PROPERTY
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What Type of Business Should You Form?
When you first come to me, one of the first things I check is whether you have an efficient form of business.What are some forms of business? A sole proprietorship is a one person business. It is the least … Continue reading
Business Tax Tips
Take control of your tax bill! Learn how to set up transactions for the lowest legal taxes. Wis combines tax, business and estate planning to achieve your goals. He may be the last professional you will ever need: Expert tax … Continue reading
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Tagged avoiding taxes, business taxes, deductions, depreciation, filing taxes, section 179
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