Family Office
Cryptocurrency or Cryptonite?
In 2014, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued limited guidance on cryptocurrency, which led to more questions than answers. As the use of digital currency has become more widespread in…
The SECURE Act
On December 20, 2019, Congress passed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, which went into effect on January 1, 2020. This is the broadest piece of…
Do You Have a Plan?
Whether you are a business owner or an employee, now is a good time to begin thinking about tax-efficient planning to maximize your after-tax income. Year-end planning for 2019 takes…
Alert for All Employers! Be Aware of Substantial Changes in NJ Employment Laws!
The State of New Jersey has made numerous changes to the employment laws in the last two years. Businesses large and small, as well as nonprofit organizations and government entities…
Mercadien Announces Executive Promotions; Names Ms. Raji Sathappan A Partner
The Mercadien Group is pleased to announce several promotions within the firm’s corporate leadership team. Ms. Raji Sathappan, CPA, MBA, CRCM, CAMS, a member of the Financial Institutions Services Group,…
A Tax Deduction for Charitable Giving for NJ?
New Jersey taxpayers may see a deduction for charitable giving for 2019 on the NJ-1040! On March 25, 2019, the Senate voted in favor of Bill No. S2179 that would…
How to Prepare Your 18-Year-Old for Financial Success
Your teenager is on the cusp of turning 18. As a parent, you want to ensure you make the correct financial decisions that set them up for a successful future.…
Opportunity Zones
On April 17, 2019, the Internal Revenue Service issued proposed regulations and further guidance related to Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) investments. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law…
Mercadien Partner Michelle Everman Participates in Panel Discussion on Planned Giving
Michelle V. Everman, CPA, PFS, CGMA, Managing Director & Co-Chair of Mercadien’s Individual Services and Family Office Group, participated with other experts in a panel discussion on the topics of Estate…
Mercadien Sponsors Session at 2018 NJBIA Women Business Leaders Forum
The New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) Annual Women Business Leaders Forum was held Friday, September 14, 2018, at the Newark Liberty Airport Marriott. Under the theme, Empowering Together,…