It’s been years since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 was signed into law, but it’s still having an impact. Several provisions in the law have expired or will expire in the next few years. One provision…
Many people began working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic — and many still work from their home offices either all the time or on a hybrid basis. If you’re self-employed and run your business from home or perform certain…
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a unique program that benefits everyone involved. Businesses that hire qualified applicants receive a tax credit that offsets part of the first year’s wages for those individuals, and the employees receive enhanced job…
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the first quarter of 2023. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. If you have…
The IRS has released contribution amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for the 2023 calendar year. Based on the current rate of inflation, it’s not surprising that these went up substantially. Here’s a comparison to current 2022 contribution levels: 2023…
If your partnership is planning to admit a new partner, there are several financial and legal implications. Here are two issues to consider: If the current partners have an interest in unrealized receivables and substantially appreciated inventory, the allocation of…
For 2021 and 2022, your Uncle Sam has increased the tax deduction for business meals from 50% to 100% for food and beverages provided by a restaurant – including the tip, sales tax, and any delivery fees. This win-win for…
When you hear “retirement plan”, many of us think immediately of 401(k) plans, and rightfully so. Since their establishment in the late 1970s, 401(k)s have been offered by companies of all sizes and offer valuable tax benefits for both employers…
If your small business is experiencing cash flow constraints, you’re not alone. The pandemic has lengthened the Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), the average number of days that it takes to collect payment for a sale, also known as the average…
To run a successful business, you need to focus on more than just day-to-day operations. It’s also critical to pay attention to all aspects of your business – sales & marketing, customer service, research & development, and accounting. If you…