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How Tax Works
Join host Matthew Foreman, Co-Chair of Falcon Rappaport & Berkman’s Taxation Practice Group, on "How Tax Works," a podcast attempting to unravel the complexities of the tax law, caselaw, and guidance. In each episode, Matt simplifies this intricate labyrinth of tax law, breaking down complex concepts into easily digestible explanations. From understanding how tax considerations impact decision-making processes to dissecting the structural nuances of businesses, Matt sheds light on the oft-misunderstood world of taxation.
Through real-life examples, and practical advice, "How Tax Works" seeks to equip listeners with the knowledge they need to navigate the intricacies of taxation confidently. Whether you're an accountant, lawyer, business owner, or simply someone who wants to understand how tax shapes business and financial decisions, How Tax Works is your go-to resource for demystifying the complex that is taxation in America.
This podcast may be considered attorney advertising. This podcast is not presented for purposes of legal advice or for providing a legal opinion. Before any of the presenting attorneys can provide legal advice to any person or entity, and before an attorney-client relationship is formed, that attorney must have a signed fee agreement with a client setting forth the firm’s scope of representation and the fees that will be charged.
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How Tax Works
Latest Episodes
The Taxation of Influencers and Content Creators
In episode 63 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses what’s taxable (and when), what’s deductible (and what proof you need), and whether you can deduct the cost of trying to catch a pass from former Montreal Expos farmhand Tom Brady (Sami v. ...
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Comments Tax Lawyers Overhear While on Vacation
In episode 62 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman analyzes the kinds of things that tax lawyers overhear that are often misunderstandings of tax law, and how to think about answering questions about them, as clients often ask similar questions.
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The Intersection of Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) and Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFE)
In episode 61 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFE), the debt-like and equity-adjacent agreement that could, maybe, perhaps be equity in certain circumstances.
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Section 83(b) Elections: When Can You Make One, When Can’t You Make One, And What Are Common Misconceptions?
In episode 60 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses equity grants, 83(b) elections, and common misconceptions with 83(b) elections.
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Substantial Economic Effect and Section 704(b) of the Internal Revenue Code
In episode 59 of How Tax Works, Matt Foreman discusses allocations and distributions, and the requirement that the allocations have Substantial Economic Effect, which is broken into two parts, (i) that the allocations have economic effect and (...
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