We are one of the oldest small accounting firms in the area - but don't let that fool you. Edward Jacks began private practice over 75 years ago. The firm continues to flourish as son and partner, Jerrold P. Jacks, along with other professionals, provide quality accounting and related services to an ever-increasing group of excellent customers.
Based in Lake Forest, Illinois, we are a family-oriented firm knowledgeable on the needs of a range of today's growing businesses. We form a strong personal and professional bond with our clients because we learn their business needs and offer "hands-on" participation.
Based in Lake Forest, Illinois, we are a family-oriented firm knowledgeable on the needs of a range of today's growing businesses. We form a strong personal and professional bond with our clients because we learn their business needs and offer "hands-on" participation.
Services
Edward Jacks & Company, LLC provides a wide range of services to individuals and businesses in a variety of industries. At Edward Jacks & Company, LLC, we strive to meet each client's specific needs in planning for the future and achieving their goals in an ever-changing financial and regulatory environment.
Have you just started a new business? Did you know expenses incurred before a business begins operations are not allowed as current deductions? Generally, these start up costs must be amortized over a period of 180 months beginning in the month in which the business begins. However, based on the current tax provisions, you may elect to deduct up to $5,000 of business start-up and $5,000 of organizational costs paid or incurred. The $5,000 deduction is reduced by any start-up or organizational costs which exceed $50,000.
Following are some generally recognized financial planning tools that may help you reduce your tax bill. Charitable Giving - Instead of selling your appreciated long-term securities, donate the stock instead and avoid paying tax on the unrealized gain while still getting a charitable tax deduction for the full fair market value.
These calculators have been provided as a resource for you to help plan your financial matters. Information and interactive calculators are made available to you as self-help tools for your independent use and are not intended to provide investment advice, or supplement the advice of a professional advisor.
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Linda Rippin
Dec 29, 2018
