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Mid-Year Tax Checklist
It’s summertime! You may be in the midst of your summer fun and family vacation, but taking time for a mid-year tax check-up could save you time and headaches come end of year. Personal and financial events, such as getting married, sending a child to college, or...
Business Goals, Budgets, & Forecasting
How Business Owners Set Goals, Create Budget, & Improve Forecasting Small business is what makes our country strong! They represent 99 percent of all U.S. businesses. However, the challenges of running a small business can be overwhelming. Every business owner...
6 Tax Breaks for Parents
The IRS offers child tax credits to help parents and guardians offset some of the costs of raising a family. If you have a dependent who isn’t your direct child, you may also be eligible to claim a credit. Parents may seek tax breaks on everything from child care...
Protect Your Business from Dangerous W-2 Scams!
During tax season comes warnings from the IRS and many tax agencies for small businesses to be on-guard against a growing wave of identity theft and W-2 scams. Yes, businesses too can fall victim to their identities stolen, and private and sensitive information used...
Tax Benefits For Those 50 & Older
Once you turn 50, and especially after age 65, or are retired, you can qualify for tax benefits to help minimize your tax burden. If you or a loved one fall into these categories, here are seven of the most important tax deductions to use to your advantage: 1. Larger...
Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction
There is a lot of confusion surrounding the new Section 199A Qualified Business Income Deduction. Let’s try to shed light on this new rule. What is QBI? The qualified business income (QBI) deduction provides a significant opportunity for business owners to cut...
8 Ways the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act Could Affect You
The sweeping tax plan that Congress passed last December includes lower tax brackets and a nearly doubling of the standard deduction. But plenty of taxpayers who are starting their tax planning for 2018 are hitting complications, due to several provisions that remain...
A 12 Point Tax Planning Checklist
Beyond football season and fall festivities, it’s also a perfect time to take advantage of all the tax knowledge and tools at your disposal before December 31st. Pre-planning now will help you to estimate your income taxes, qualify for the right...
Should You Change Your 2018 Withholding?
Will Your Withholding Cover Your Taxes? According to the Government Accountability Office, 2 in 10 taxpayers will owe money to the IRS next year. That means that over 30 million people aren’t withholding enough or not paying enough in estimated...
7 Apps To Store Receipts & Tax Records
Tracking expenses is critical as you keep a handle on the financial pulse of your business financials. It is also required if you need to document your expenses to prepare an accurate tax return. Plus, if you’re audited by the IRS or state tax authorities, you may...