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What the New 20% Pass-Through Deduction Means for Business Owners

What the New 20% Pass-Through Deduction Means for Business Owners

It is essential for business owners to be familiar with their landscape, reap all available tax benefits, and stay up-to-date with developments in the business world. The 20% deduction for pass-through businesses, outlined in IRC Section 199A, was introduced in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. It is the subject of wide discussion (and some confusion) by business owners and informed citizens. An overview of the deduction and its terms sheds light on the deduction and what it means for U.S. business owners.

Pass-Through Entities

The 20% Pass-Through Tax Deduction applies to pass-through (or flow-through) entities. This include sole proprietors, partnerships, S corporations, and LLCs.

Pass-through entities are not subject to corporate income tax. As opposed to C corporations, which are taxed doubly, pass-through entities are only taxed once on their profits.

Profits made by pass-through entities are taxed on an individual basis (the income of owners is taxed). The deduction applies to the owner’s tax return.

Eligibility Exclusions

The 20% Pass-Through Tax Deduction applies to Qualified Business Income (QBI). There are several restrictions to Qualified Business Income.

Capital gains and capital losses, dividends, and interest income are not included in the definition of Qualified Business Income, and are excluded from the 20% pass-through deduction. Services performed by employees of a trade or business are also inapplicable.

Income generated by a specified service trade or business (SSTB) is excluded from the deduction, but only if the business income exceeds a certain amount. Specified service trades or businesses include any business or trade where the service provided is dependent on the skill or expertise of one or more of its employees. As such, trades and businesses in the industries of law, performing arts, investing, and medical services, among others, do not qualify for the deduction with respect to high-earning businesses. IRS.gov states that “This exception only applies if a taxpayer’s taxable income exceeds $315,000 for a married couple filing a joint return, or $157,500 for all other taxpayers.”

Who is eligible for the 20% pass-through deduction?

  • For trades or businesses that fall under the taxable income limitation listed above ($315,000 for jointly filed returns and $157,000 for all others), the following options are calculated and the lesser of the options will be deducted:
  1. The taxpayer receives a 20% deduction of Qualified Business Income. In addition, the taxpayer also receives a 20% deduction on qualified real estate investment trust dividends and money earned publicly traded partnerships.
  2.  The taxpayer receives a 20% deduction on taxable income after subtracting net capital gains.
  • For trades or business with taxable income that is higher than $157,000 for single filings or $315,000 for married joint filings but lower than $207,500 (single) or $415,000 (married), the deduction depends on whether the business is a specified service trade or business (SSTB) or not, and is calculated as follows:
    • SSTB: The deduction is phased out as income increases. This means that they do not receive the full 20% deduction, but still receive a partial deduction for their specified service trade or business. As the SSTB income reaches the cap of $207,500 for singles and $415,000 for married couples, the deduction becomes 0%.
    • Non-SSTB: The business may still qualify for the 20% deduction, with limitations. See the deduction calculation for the next-highest income bracket.

 

  • For pass-through trades or businesses that exceed $207,500, or $415,000 for married joint filings, the 20% deduction does not automatically apply. In addition, the specified service restriction applies to this income bracket. All specific service trades or business are excluded from the deduction in this bracket. For non-SSTB pass-throughs, the deduction is calculated by comparing the following options and determining the smallest amount. The option resulting in the smallest amount is the applicable deduction for this bracket:
  1. 20% deduction on Qualified Business Income; or
  2. The greater of the following:

a)  50% deduction of total employee wages

b) 25% deduction of total employee wages in addition to 2.5% deduction of the cost basis of the business’ qualified property.

Looking Forward

Business owners can agree that it is crucial to understand and make the most of tax breaks, laws, and regulations. Navigating business and tax matters can be a complicated process, but it doesn’t have to be. Having the assistance of a business professional can calm uncertainty, build confidence, and fortify your business endeavor. Contact us at the Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith, LLC to schedule your business consultation today.

Information in this article is provided for educational purposes only and not intended to constitute legal advice. Please consult with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for help with your specific situation.

 

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5 Mitos de Planificación Patrimonial Creídos por Personas en Sus Veintitantos

La planificación patrimonial puede ser un proceso intimidante, pero no tiene que ser así. Tener sus deseos claramente definidos puede aliviar a su familia y seres queridos de una gran cantidad de estrés. Planear con anticipación solo te beneficiará a largo plazo. Como adulto joven, la planificación patrimonial le permite hacer un inventario de sus activos a medida que crecen. Aquí hay cinco mitos que a menudo impiden que las personas de veintitantos comiencen el proceso de planificación de herencia:

 

1. Mito: La gente en sus veintitantos estan demasiado joven para comenzar a planificar su patrimonio.

 

Es común que los adultos jóvenes asuman que la planificación patrimonial es para jubilados o personas que enfrentan el final de la vida. Sin embargo, la planificación del patrimonio es igualmente importante para los adultos jóvenes.

Los adultos en sus veintitantos se encuentran en una posición única y beneficiosa cuando se trata de planificación patrimonial. Muchos están en el proceso de definir objetivos a largo plazo, establecer su plan de vida y trabajar para adquirir activos mientras se encuentran lejos de la jubilación. Es una etapa ideal para considerar opciones para la creación de riqueza y maximizar los beneficios de jubilación, y la planificación. Además, es importante considerar circunstancias imprevistas.

Una restricción de edad de planificación de patrimonio: debe tener al menos 18 años para hacer un testamento en Maryland.

 

2. Mito: La planificación del patrimonio solo se aplica a los propietarios de bienes raíces.

 

La creencia de que la planificación patrimonial es solo para propietarios es una idea errónea ampliamente aceptada entre personas de más de 20 años. Contrariamente a esta creencia, no es necesario poseer una casa o tener activos considerables para planificar su patrimonio.

La planificación patrimonial abarca todos sus activos, no solo bienes inmuebles. Esto incluye, pero no se limita a: vehículos, equipos electrónicos, cuentas de inversión, reliquias familiares y valiosas posesiones personales.

 

3. Mito: La planificación del patrimonio no es necesaria para quienes no tienen hijos o beneficiarios.

 

Incluso sin hijos o herederos, es importante considerar a las personas que deja atrás y atenuar preventivamente las disputas o confusiones que puedan surgir en su ausencia.

Petcare es un aspecto que a menudo se pasa por alto de la planificación de patrimonio. Si bien una mascota no puede ser un beneficiario, existen formas de garantizar que se satisfagan las necesidades de su mascota en caso de muerte o incapacitación. Una opción es un fideicomiso de cuidado de mascotas, que permite asignar fondos para el cuidado de una mascota después de la muerte de su dueño.

La donación de bienes caritativos es una opción atractiva para aquellos que no tienen herederos, y puede establecerse en la voluntad de cada uno. Es una alternativa a la muerte intestada, que deja la distribución de los activos en manos del estado.

4. Mito: Un testamento es suficiente.

 

Hay más en la planificación del patrimonio que hacer un testamento. Mientras que un testamento protege sus activos y posesiones, un testamento solo no cubre todo.

En el caso de que ya no pueda hacer o comunicar sus decisiones de atención médica, es esencial delinear sus deseos legales, financieros, personales y médicos. También puede designar a un agente de confianza para que tome estas decisiones en su nombre. Un formulario de poder legal (POA) autoriza a un agente a tomar decisiones legales, financieras y personales en su nombre. Por ejemplo, el POA es útil para estudiantes universitarios que pueden estar estudiando en el extranjero y que necesitan un padre para ayudar con los impuestos u otros asuntos financieros mientras están ausentes.

Las instrucciones anticipadas son poderes médicos. Una directiva anticipada protege su derecho a solicitar un tratamiento específico para atención médica o rechazar el tratamiento médico que no desea en caso de que quede incapacitado, y designa a un agente de atención médica para que tome decisiones de atención médica específicas o generales en su nombre.

 

5. Mito: La planificación del patrimonio es una tarea de una sola vez.

 

La planificación patrimonial es un proceso continuo. Acceda a la práctica de revisar su plan de sucesión periódicamente, especialmente después de acontecimientos importantes de la vida. Esto incluye:

Cambios en el estado civil
El nacimiento o la muerte de miembros de la familia
Cambio en el estado de propietario
Cambio de residencia (estado o país)
Cambio en carrera / ingresos

La planificación del patrimonio en sus veintitantos puede no estar en la parte superior de su deber-hacer, pero debe ser. Tomar decisiones importantes ya veces difíciles ahora sentará las bases para una planificación más compleja que vendrá después. También le ahorrará a sus seres queridos la molestia y la angustia de distribuir sus activos en caso de que ocurra algo inesperado. Si vive en Maryland, contáctenos en las Oficinas Legales de Elsa W. Smith, LLC para programar su consulta de planificación de herencia hoy. Tenemos oficinas en Annapolis y Laurel para ayudarle.

La información de este artículo se ofrece solo con fines educativos y no constituye asesoramiento jurídico. Para obtener ayuda específica, consulte con un abogado autorizado en su jurisdicción.

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