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Federal Income Tax Developments: 1873 Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1873

Akron Law Review

This article goes through the new development of the Federal Income Tax.


Income Tax Considerations In The Transition To A Professional Corporation, Harvey Dunn Aug 2015

Income Tax Considerations In The Transition To A Professional Corporation, Harvey Dunn

Akron Law Review

[T]he tax considerations in the formation and operation of a professional corporation are numerous and, unfortunately, there are many areas which lack definite guidelines so as to enable the practitioner to give as definite an answer as he would like to. However, as with any new area of tax law, it will take time, decisions and rulings to develop what one may term as reasonable guidelines for reaching a conclusion. In the meantime, there is little doubt that with careful planning in the formative stages and close observation of the operation of a professional corporation, the risk of problems with …


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1974 Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1974

Akron Law Review

FEDERAL INCOME TAX DEVELOPMENTS: 1974 is the second of an annual series of articles to be published in the Winter Issue of the AKRON LAW REVIEW. The thrust of this article is not only to identify the new developments, but also to trace these concepts through their formative stages. A synopsis of recent legislation appears before the TABLE OF CONTENTS, and a TABLE OF CASES, TABLE OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTIONS, and TABLE OF RECENT REVENUE RULINGS can be found following the text of the article.


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976 Part Two Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976 Part Two

Akron Law Review

No abstract provided.


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976 Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976

Akron Law Review

No abstract provided.


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976 Part Two Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976 Part Two

Akron Law Review

Tax Reform Act of 1976


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976 Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1976

Akron Law Review

FEDERAL INCOME TAX DEVELOPMENTS: 1976 is the fourth of an annual series of articles to be published in the Winter Issue of the AKRON LAW REVIEW. The scope of this survey is limited to the substantive developments in the field of income taxation. The thrust of this article is not only to identify the new developments, but also to trace these concepts through their formulative changes. This article covers not only the new developments in the case law but also the TAX REFORM ACT OF 1976.


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1975 Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1975

Akron Law Review

FEDERAL INCOME TAX DEVELOPMENTS: 1975 is the third of an annual series of articles to be published in the Winter Issue of the Akron LAW REVIEW. The thrust of this article is not only to identify the new developments, but also to trace these concepts through their formative stages. The area of concentration for this article includes cases decided through September 30, 1975. Given the volatile nature of taxation, it is crucial for the practitioner in this field to remain current with the changes which have occurred during the tax year. The purpose of this article is to highlight for …


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1977 Aug 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1977

Akron Law Review

The thrust of this article is not only to identify the new developments, but also to trace these concepts through their formulative changes. This article covers the new developments in the case law including those cases and rulings implementing the Tax Reform Act of 1976.


Revenue Act Of 1978, Merlin G. Briner Jul 2015

Revenue Act Of 1978, Merlin G. Briner

Akron Law Review

"THE REVENUE ACT OF 1978 is a continuation of Federal Income Tax Developments: 1978 which appeared in the Fall, 1978 issue of the AKRON LAW REVIEW. This survey examines the substantive changes in federal tax law resulting from the passage of the Revenue Act of 1978 and other legislation. This author has again engaged the most able assistance of several members of the AKRON LAW REVIEW. Without their substantial contributions and complete dedication, this article would not have been possible. Special appreciation is extended to Linda Robison for her dedicated efforts."


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1978 Jul 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1978

Akron Law Review

FEDERAL INCOME TAX DEVELOPMENTS: 1978 is the sixth of an annual series of articles to be published in the AKRON LAW REVIEW. The scope of this survey is limited to the substantive developments in the field of income taxation. The thrust of this article is not only to identify new developments, but also to trace these concepts through their formulative changes.


Unreasonable Compensation In The Professional Corporation, Vincent J. Falcone Jul 2015

Unreasonable Compensation In The Professional Corporation, Vincent J. Falcone

Akron Law Review

This comment will discuss the federal income tax issue of unreasonable compensation as it affects the incorporated professional. Discussion will first center on the modus operandi of the professional corporation, and how the compensation issue arises. Unreasonable compensation will then be defined and explained in that context. Next, the actual considerations used in determining whether compensation is excessive or not will be discussed. Then, the additional requirement that the remuneration be compensation in fact, and not a return on investment, will be investigated. The applicability of the 50% maximum tax on personal service income will also be analyzed. Finally, some …


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1979 Jul 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1979

Akron Law Review

The scope of this survey is limited to the substantive developments in the field of income taxation. The thrust of this article is not only to identify new developments, but also to trace these concepts through their formulative changes


Federal Income Tax Developments: 1980 Jul 2015

Federal Income Tax Developments: 1980

Akron Law Review

The scope of this survey is limited to the substantive developments in the field of income taxation. The thrust of this article is not only to identify new developments, but also to trace these concepts through their formulative changes.


Section 280a: Vacation Home And Rental Property, Craig Teller Jul 2015

Section 280a: Vacation Home And Rental Property, Craig Teller

Akron Law Review

In addition to the personal and business use of a unit, the rules under Internal Revenue Code Section 280A ("280A") also cover situations such as time-sharing arrangements, rental pools, shared equity financing deals and office-at-home deductions. Though 280A applies to individuals, partnerships, trusts, estates, and S Corporations, this comment assumes the "taxpayer" to be an individual taxpayer. This author will first analyze 280A to provide general guidance in the rental of a unit. After the overall analysis, the author will focus on the following rental situations:

  1. Analysis of Personal Use.
  2. Analysis of Rental Use.
  3. Further Analysis of Allocating Rental & …