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To help you understand the implications of the recent Corporate Transparency Act

We have prepared a selection of frequently asked questions.

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2024  gift tax return deadline

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The 2024 gift tax return deadline is coming up soon

If you made significant gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year, it’s important to determine whether you’re required to file a...

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Ways to manage the limit on the business interest expense deduction

Prior to the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), businesses were able to claim a tax deduction for most business-related interest expense....

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Home office deductions

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How a business owner’s home office can result in tax deductions

As a business owner, you may be eligible to claim home office tax deductions that will reduce your taxable income. However, it’s crucial to...

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deductible IRA contribution for last year this year

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You may be able to make a deductible IRA contribution for last year this year

If you’re getting ready to file your 2024 tax return and your tax bill is higher than you’d like, there may still be a chance to lower it. If you’re...

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Tax season questions answered

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Early bird tips: Answering your tax season questions

The IRS announced it will start the 2025 filing season for individual income tax returns on January 27. That’s when the agency began accepting and...

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standard business mileage rate increased in 2025

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The standard business mileage rate increased in 2025

The nationwide price of gas is slightly higher than it was a year ago and the 2025 optional standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible...

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 business taxes with local transportation cost deductions

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Drive down your business taxes with local transportation cost deductions

Understanding how to deduct transportation costs could significantly reduce the tax burden on your small business. You and your employees likely...

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HSAs can benefit your small business and employees

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Healthy savings: How tax-smart HSAs can benefit your small business and employees

As a small business owner, managing health care costs for yourself and your employees can be challenging. One effective tool to consider adding is a...

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inflation and your 2024 and 2025 tax bills

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How inflation will affect your 2024 and 2025 tax bills

Inflation can have a significant impact on federal tax breaks. While recent inflation has come down since its peak in 2022, some tax amounts will...

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When can you deduct business meals and entertainment?

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When can you deduct business meals and entertainment?

You’re not alone if you’re confused about the federal tax treatment of business-related meal and entertainment expenses. The rules have changed in...

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Tax breaks for energy-saving purchases

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Get tax breaks for energy-saving purchases this year because they may disappear

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), enacted in 2022, created several tax credits aimed at promoting clean energy. You may want to take advantage of...

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A guide to business travel tax deductions

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From flights to meals: A guide to business travel tax deductions

As a business owner, you may travel to visit customers, attend conferences, check on vendors and for other purposes. Understanding which travel...

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Tax deductions

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You don’t have to be in business to deduct certain vehicle expenses

You don’t have to be in business to deduct certain vehicle expenses When you think about tax deductions for vehicle-related expenses, business...

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