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March 6, 2023

Protect the “ordinary and necessary” advertising expenses of your business

Under tax law, businesses can generally deduct advertising and marketing expenses that help keep existing customers and bring in new ones. This valuable tax deduction can help businesses cut

February 28, 2023

Awarded money in a lawsuit or settlement? It’s only tax-free in certain circumstances

You generally must pay federal tax on all income you receive but there are some exceptions when you can exclude it. For example, compensatory awards and judgments for “personal

February 27, 2023

Buying a new business vehicle? A heavy SUV is a tax-smart choice

If you’re buying or replacing a vehicle that you’ll use in your business, be aware that a heavy SUV may provide a more generous tax break this year than

February 24, 2023

Consider a PEO to ease hiring and HR woes

With unemployment hitting record lows, many employers are struggling to fill key positions in their organizations. If you’re dealing with just such a problem, remember that hiring isn’t the

February 22, 2023

Now hiring: 10 questions to ask bookkeeper candidates

Are you looking for someone to manage the books and records for your small business? Whether you’re operating a startup or an established business that recently lost its bookkeeper,

February 21, 2023

There still may be time to make an IRA contribution for last year

If you’re getting ready to file your 2022 tax return, and your tax bill is higher than you’d like, there may still be an opportunity to lower it. If

February 20, 2023

Do you run a business from home? You may be able to deduct home office expenses

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

February 17, 2023

ACA information-reporting deadlines now permanently extended

Late in 2022, the IRS released final regulations addressing extended deadlines for certain information-reporting requirements of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The final regs generally apply to calendar years

February 15, 2023

Coming soon: 5 accounting rules that take effect in 2023

It can be challenging to keep track of which accounting rules are changing, when the changes kick in and for which types of entities. Plus, implementing the necessary revisions

February 14, 2023

Child tax credit: The rules keep changing but it’s still valuable

If you’re a parent, you may be confused about the rules for claiming the Child Tax Credit (CTC). The rules and credit amounts have changed significantly over the last

February 13, 2023

Key tax issues in M&A transactions

Merger and acquisition activity dropped dramatically last year due to rising interest rates and a slowing economy. The total value of M&A transactions in North America in 2022 was

February 10, 2023

Communicating with employees is key to keeping them

The current job market is great — for applicants. The federal jobs report released in early February revealed that the U.S. economy added a whopping 517,000 jobs in January,

February 8, 2023

Common accounting pitfalls for startups to avoid

Accounting is a critical element when launching a successful business venture. Unfortunately, it’s also an area where startups tend to make mistakes. Here are some common (and avoidable) errors

February 7, 2023

Answers to your questions about 2023 limits on individual taxes

Many people are more concerned about their 2022 tax bills right now than they are about their 2023 tax situations. That’s understandable because your 2022 individual tax return is

February 6, 2023

Have employees who receive tips? Here are the tax implications

Many businesses in certain industries employ individuals who receive tips as part of their compensation. These businesses include restaurants, hotels and salons.

Tip definition

Tips are optional payments that

February 3, 2023

The three essential elements of taxable wages

Employers are generally responsible — and liable — for applying employment taxes to wage payments. To fulfill this obligation, you must determine when and where Federal Insurance Contributions Act

February 2, 2023

How to report software costs

What do Tesla cars, smart TVs and equipment used for making french fries have in common? The answer is embedded software, according to recent comments by Financial Accounting Standards

January 31, 2023

Retirement plan early withdrawals: Make sure you meet the requirements to avoid a penalty

Most retirement plan distributions are subject to income tax and may be subject to an additional penalty if you take an early withdrawal. What’s considered early? In general, it’s