If a relative needs financial help, offering an intrafamily loan might seem like a good idea. But if not properly executed, such loans can carry negative tax consequences. This article presents five simple steps that would-be lenders should consider before making such an arrangement.

Anyone selling a business interest, real estate or other highly appreciated property could get hit with a substantial capital gains tax bill. One way to soften the blow—though it ties up the funds long term—is to “roll over” the gain into a qualified opportunity fund (QOF). This article explains how QOFs work and their potential benefits.

Scam artists seem to come out of the woodwork when there’s money involved—and taxes are no exception. Fortunately, by becoming familiar with common tax scams and understanding what the IRS will and won’t do, it’s easy to avoid them. This article explores several tax frauds and explains how taxpayers should act if they feel they’ve been the target of one.