The Supreme Court of the United States has held that tax implications of a transaction are governed by the underlying substance of such a transaction, rather than its formal structure. In other words, the substance, not necessarily the form, controls how a transaction is treated for tax purposes.
The Sarasota Community’s Choice Awards honored more than 480 local businesses and organizations, from popular restaurants and bars to favorite shops.
Each August, the county property appraiser mails homeowners their TRIM notice. “TRIM” stands for Truth in Millage, and the notice lists your property’s assessed value, any exemptions applied or removed, and the proposed tax rates used to calculate your property taxes for the coming year. Because this document directly affects…
Williams Parker, Sarasota’s largest law firm, is pleased to announce that Sarah E. Ferlazzo has joined the Firm as an Associate in its Real Estate Section. Ms. Ferlazzo brings four years of experience representing clients in residential real estate transactions. In her new role, Sarah will continue advising clients on…
Williams Parker, Sarasota’s largest law firm, announced that Hosana Fieber has joined the Firm as Chief Operating Officer. Fieber will oversee Operations and Strategic Planning, supporting the Firm’s commitment to client service and long-term growth. Fieber brings over 25 years of experience in Accounting as well as executive positions, including…