S-corporations are one of the most frequently discussed (but often misunderstood) tax structures for small business owners. While they can offer real savings on self-employment taxes, the benefits aren't automatic - they depend on your income level, involvement in the business, and whether you're ready to manage the added compliance responsibilities. Here's what you need to know about how S-corps work, who they're right for, and what's required to maintain one.
The IRS has introduced a new federal income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation, effective for tax years 2025 through 2028. Eligible workers can deduct up to $12,500 (or $25,000 on joint returns) of the overtime premium they earn above their regular rate of pay. This deduction reduces is available to FLSA-covered employees who meet specific eligibility requirements, including valid Social Security numbers and certain filing status conditions.
Revocable living trusts are widely used and widely misunderstood. This article explains what revocable trusts actually do, what they don’t do, and why proper design, funding, and coordination matter. Understanding these nuances can help prevent surprises and improve estate planning outcomes.
The IRS is offering penalty relief for 2025 as employers struggle to comply with new reporting requirements for tips and overtime pay under the OBBBA. While businesses won't face penalties this year for failing to separately report qualified tips, overtime compensation, and occupation codes, this transition period is explicitly temporary—and smart employers will use it to prepare for full compliance in 2026.
From expanded deductions and new above-the-line benefits to shifting phaseouts and sunsetting exemptions, 2025 offers unique opportunities for individuals to lower their tax liability before year-end. This guide highlights smart, timely moves to help you make the most of current law before key changes take effect in 2026.
Explore essential 2025 year-end tax strategies for businesses, updated for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). From QBI planning to bonus depreciation, entity structure, and reporting changes, this guide helps you make informed, compliant, and tax-smart decisions before year-end.
Preparing for an audit can feel overwhelming. In this video, we walk you through what to expect and how to get organized so your audit process runs smoothly and efficiently.
Learn how basis and at-risk amounts work together to determine loss deductibility in partnerships and S corporations, and why tracking both is essential for compliance and tax planning.
Inheriting assets involves complex tax rules and time-sensitive decisions that can impact your financial outcome. This guide covers what heirs need to know about real estate, retirement accounts, and other inherited assets.
Executive Order 14247 directs federal agencies to phase out paper checks for refunds, benefits, and contracts. Here’s who’s affected and how to prepare.
When a pass-through business takes out a loan at the entity level and immediately distributes the borrowed funds to its owners, this is considered a debt-financed distribution. This maneuver provides owners with immediate liquidity without triggering a current tax bill, as long as they have sufficient tax basis to cover the distribution.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act overhauls the tax code, locking in many 2017 cuts and unveiling new relief for workers, families, and businesses. Read our article for an overview of new rules created by the Act, in addition to extensions or enhancements of existing provisions.
Market swings can be unsettling, but they don’t have to weaken your retirement plan. Learn how a strategic blend of short-, mid-, and long-term investments, plus flexible withdrawal methods, can build financial resilience.
Explore how global tariffs and trade changes can impact your business and learn strategies for successful adaptation. Discover practical tips on cost management in our latest article.
Congress is paving the way for sweeping tax changes with the passage of the 2025 budget resolution and a new House reconciliation bill. From bonus depreciation and R&D expensing to the fate of TCJA provisions, the coming months could reshape tax planning for businesses and individuals alike. Read on for a breakdown of key proposals and what they could mean for your bottom line.
