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Seller Beware of State Tax Hit
Agreeing to use a tax code play to give the seller a cost basis in an acquisition may be look like the right play, but double the interplay of state and federal law. December 22, 2008
One Beneficiary of IFRS Switch: the Taxman
A popular method of inventory accounting, not allowed under international rules, will have some U.S. companies paying higher tax bills. December 22, 2008
KPMG Tax-Shelter Case Is Mixed Win for U.S.
Some key acquittals in the long, circuitous prosecution could encourage an enforcement shift for both personal and corporate tax shelters. December 18, 2008
U.S. Grants Special Dispensation to REITs
A real estate investment trust can pay its dividends with stock, says a new ruling released last week. December 15, 2008
Grab Coveted Losses, Buy a Car Company
The auto-industry bailout is stalled, but here's an opportunity to secure highly sought-after net operating losses in an acquisition. December 12, 2008
Ending the Exodus
Will Britain’s corporate tax exiles come home? December 12, 2008
There's a Cash Machine in Your Tax Department
Looking for year-end cash? Make all the right tax moves — from changing your accounting to buying capital equipment now, rather than later — and you may strike a hidden cash vein. December 11, 2008
Tribune's Bankruptcy May Trigger Tax Complications
The private media company could be in danger of losing its favorable tax status if creditors make a grab for its stock. December 9, 2008
Court Precedent Looms over IRS "Crisis" Fix
In a move to stave off the effects of the credit crisis, the IRS extended the loan payback period for tax-free loans from foreign subsidiaries. But now another issue emerges that could wipe out that benefit. December 8, 2008
Can Buybacks Reduce Corporate Tax Writeoffs?
HLTH's Corporation's repurchase program may constitute a change of ownership, and as a result shrink future tax benefits. December 1, 2008