IRS / Tax Guidance 7 - American College of Trust and Estate Counsel

Learn how the 2026 tax law changes impact charitable deductions, SALT limits, and QCD planning—especially for donors over age 70½ and high-income taxpayers.

A Trustee’s Duty to Minimize State Income Tax

Navigating a trustee’s duty to minimize state income taxes entails legal, practical, and moral considerations, ensuring fiduciary obligations are met.

The Opportunity Zones Transparency, Extension, and Improvement Act

An overview of the Opportunity Zones Transparency Extension and Improvement Act, bipartisan legislation (HR 5761) in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The Hoensheid Case and the Assignment of Business Income for a Sale

A review of the Tax Court’s decision In the Hoensheild case on how a business’s income assignment may be treated during the sale of a company and legal nuances.

Surprising Tax on Distributions From a Partnership

Explanation of the Tax Court’s ruling in Clark Raymond & Co. v. Comm’r and their book of business distributions after the termination of a partnership.

The IRS is Here to Help: How Does That Happen?

T&E experts offer recommendations regarding IRS guidance: Private Letter Rulings (PLRs), Technical Advice Memorandums (TAMs), and Chief Counsel Advice (CCAs).