Businesses will soon be able to deduct more under the standard mileage rate
August 10, 2022
Business owners are aware that the price of gas is historically high, which has made their vehicle costs soar. The average nationwide price…
How to keep remote sales on point
August 9, 2022
The pandemic has dramatically affected the way people interact and do business. Your company likely undertook various changes to adapt to…
Five tax implications of divorce
August 5, 2022
Are you in the early stages of divorce? In addition to the tough personal issues that you’re dealing with, several tax concerns need to be…
The kiddie tax: Does it affect your family?
August 4, 2022
Many people wonder how they can save taxes by transferring assets into their children’s names. This tax strategy is called income shifting.…
Important considerations when engaging in a like-kind exchange
August 1, 2022
A business or individual might be able to dispose of appreciated real property without being taxed on the gain by exchanging it rather than…
Weathering the storm of rising inflation
July 29, 2022
Like a slowly gathering storm, inflation has gone from dark clouds on the horizon to a noticeable downpour on both the U.S. and global…
3 summertime marketing ideas for 2022
June 28, 2022
You can’t stop it; you can only hope to use it to your best business advantage. That’s right, summer is on the way and, with it, a variety…
The ins and outs of Series EE savings bond taxation
June 24, 2022
Many people own Series E and Series EE bonds that were bought many years ago. They may rarely look at them or think about them except on…
Businesses: Prepare for the lower 1099-K filing threshold
June 21, 2022
Businesses should be aware that they may be responsible for issuing more information reporting forms for 2022 because more workers may fall…
Could your business benefit from a PEO?
June 17, 2022
Keeping up with employment regulations and health care benefits can be a struggle for many small to midsize businesses. One potential…
Caring for an elderly relative? You may be eligible for tax breaks
June 15, 2022
Taking care of an elderly parent or grandparent may provide more than just personal satisfaction. You could also be eligible for tax…
Inflation enhances the 2023 amounts for Health Savings Accounts
June 12, 2022
The IRS recently released guidance providing the 2023 inflation-adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). High inflation rates…
Tighten up billing and collections to mitigate economic uncertainties
June 3, 2022
While many economic indicators remain strong, the U.S. economy is still giving business owners plenty to think about. The nation’s gross…
Valuable gifts to charity may require an appraisal
May 30, 2022
If you donate valuable items to charity, you may be required to get an appraisal. The IRS requires donors and charitable organizations to…
Businesses may receive notices about information returns that don’t match IRS records
May 28, 2022
The IRS has begun mailing notices to businesses, financial institutions and other payers that filed certain returns with information that…
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Want to turn a hobby into a business? Watch out for the tax rules
May 23, 2022
Like many people, you may have dreamed of turning a hobby into a regular business. You won’t have any tax headaches if your new business is…
No parking: Unused compensation reductions can’t go to health FSA
May 14, 2022
Among the many lasting effects of the pandemic is that some businesses are allowing employees to continue working from home — even now that…
Offering summer job opportunities? Double-check child labor laws
May 3, 2022
Spring has sprung — and summer isn’t far off. If your business typically hires minors for summer jobs, now’s a good time to brush up on…
Once you file your tax return, consider these 3 issues
April 29, 2022
The federal government is helping to pick up the tab for certain business meals. Under a provision that’s part of one of the COVID-19…
Fully deduct business meals this year
April 26, 2022
The federal government is helping to pick up the tab for certain business meals. Under a provision that’s part of one of the COVID-19…
AI for small to midsize businesses isn’t going away
April 22, 2022
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made great inroads into certain sectors of the U.S. economy. However, it hasn’t reached many small to…
Tax considerations when adding a new partner at your business
April 19, 2022
Adding a new partner in a partnership has several financial and legal implications. Let’s say you and your partners are planning to admit a…
Establish a tax-favored retirement plan
March 31, 2022
If your business doesn’t already have a retirement plan, now might be a good time to take the plunge. Current retirement plan rules allow…
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When inheriting money, be aware of “income in respect of a decedent” issues
March 29, 2022
Once a relatively obscure concept, “income in respect of a decedent” (IRD) may create a surprising tax bill for those who inherit certain…