A new tax-advantaged way to help children build savings for the future was created under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA): Trump Accounts (TAs). Under a pilot program, parents can elect to establish a TA for a U.S. citizen child born between 2025 and 2028, and the federal government
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Year-End Tax Planning for Accrual-Basis Taxpayers
Accrual-basis taxpayers have unique opportunities—and risks—at year-end. Below is a structured checklist covering income acceleration/deferral, expense strategies, inventory, payroll, asset purchases, and other key areas. 1. Income Review & Deferral/Acceleration Income Recognition 2. Expense Accruals General Accruals Common Year-End Accruals Related-Party Review 3. Inventory & COGS 4. Fixed Assets &
Continue ReadingYear-end Budgeting: Find Smart Ways to Boost Your Bottom Line — Without Hurting Your Top Line
As 2025 winds down, business owners and managers are ramping up their planning efforts for the new year. Part of the annual budgeting process is identifying ways to lower expenses and strengthen cash flow. When cutting costs, think beyond the obvious, such as wages, benefits, and employee headcount. These cutbacks
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) made changes to or introduced a number of tax laws pertaining to business. New regulations governing payroll tax reporting and information returns are among the changes that are likely to significantly affect payroll management firms and employers. Let’s examine the changes that will
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Running a successful business takes more than offering outstanding products or services. Behind the scenes, meticulous recordkeeping plays a vital role in maintaining financial health, ensuring compliance, and maximizing tax savings. Proper documentation can make the difference between securing valuable tax deductions or losing them under scrutiny. A recent U.S.
Continue ReadingBookkeeping vs. Accounting: What Small Businesses Need to Know
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, there are more than 33 million small businesses in the United States today. In an increasingly competitive marketplace, one of the most important — yet often overlooked — elements of long-term success is maintaining accurate books and records. Whether you’re just launching a
Continue ReadingCash vs. Accrual Accounting: Which Method Makes Sense for Your Business Taxes?
Your business may be eligible to choose between the cash or accrual method of accounting for tax purposes. While the cash method often provides significant tax advantages — especially for small businesses — the accrual method can be a better fit in certain circumstances. Choosing the right method isn’t just
Continue ReadingIs Outsourcing Bookkeeping the Right Move for Your Business?
Running a closely held business is no small feat. Owners often prioritize core operations — managing employees, serving customers, and driving sales — while tasks like bookkeeping fall to the bottom of the to-do list. But overlooking the financials can be risky. Complex accounting rules, paired with the time-consuming nature
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The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-13 seems like it would be old news. But the provision for accounting for current expected credit loss (CECL) went into effect for not-for-profits in calendar years ending in 2023 and fiscal years ending in 2024. Also, it doesn’t apply
Continue Reading5 QuickBooks Reports to Review Each Month
Understanding your business’s financial health is essential for long-term success. QuickBooks® offers a powerful reporting tool suite that can provide critical insights to support decision-making and help you comply with accounting and tax rules. Accrual-basis QuickBooks users should get in the habit of reviewing the following five reports monthly to
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