If you have accumulated more money in your business checking account than you really need for daily operating expenses, that is a nice problem to have! It’s time to consider putting that money to work. A business savings account might be your answer. Every bank is different when it comes to the features and benefits […]
Are you running a business? Or just having fun with a hobby? The IRS has strict rules for determining the difference between a business and a hobby for tax purposes. While expenses incurred to conduct a business are deductible, expenses incurred for a hobby may not be, causing your taxes to increase. A person that […]
Are you looking for new ideas to market your business? If so, knowledge panels might be something to consider. Most people haven’t heard of them, but they are widely used in search results every day. Knowledge panels are an invention from Google. They are the information panels that appear on the bottom right corner of […]
While a deduction can reduce the amount of taxable income, credits can directly reduce the amount of tax owed, so they offer a greater tax benefit. Sometimes, credits can be refundable, which means that they might generate a refund for you even when you don’t owe tax. Below are some examples of different types of […]
Sometimes we just need to slow down. It could be our body telling us it needs a break. It could be our mind experiencing the first signs of burnout. Even if you own your own business, you are subject to burnout, especially if you are a people pleaser or say “yes” to everyone! But how […]
Are you considering buying an electric vehicle in 2023? The rules have recently changed, due to the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (the “Act”) in the summer of 2022. This bill included a range of new tax rules addressing various areas, and one of its significant goals was to address climate change […]
A new year is a perfect time for a fresh start for you and your business. Here are five ways to welcome 2023 and make it your best year ever. Decide on a theme for 2023 Setting a theme for the year can help you remember what you want to focus on. Some examples of […]
Performing these tasks at year-end will help your tax professional prepare your return accurately, plus it will make your tax professional very happy when you have these answers at the ready! Write down the odometer reading on the vehicles you use for business. It is important to know what percent you are using the vehicle […]
The word “audit” can be thrown around a lot in casual conversation. When an accounting professional uses it, it means something very specific. We’ll discuss this and other uses of the term “audit” in this article. Financial Audit A financial audit is an official service designed to inspect the accounting records, technology, and processes of […]
When the SECURE Act went into effect on January 1, 2020, there were many open questions from tax professionals and taxpayers about Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and how certain provisions of the new legislation should be treated. Some of the language in a number of the provisions was not defined well or was left open […]