The Social Security Administration has announced the 2026 wage base: $184,500, up from $176,100 in 2025. This change directly impacts how much payroll tax employees and self-employed individuals will owe. Here’s what you need to know. FICA TaxRead More »Social Security Wage Base 2026: Tax Implications Explained
Projecting your business income for both the current and upcoming year can help you strategically time income and deductible expenses. In general, deferring income and accelerating deductions is beneficial—unless you anticipate being in a higherRead More »Optimize Your 2025 Taxes: Year-End Planning for Accrual-Basis Businesses
Health care costs continue to rise, prompting many to explore more cost-effective insurance options. One increasingly popular approach is combining a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). This pairing can lowerRead More »Save on Health Care in 2026 with an HDHP and HSA Combo
As 2025 winds down, now is the ideal time to assess your business expenses for potential tax deductions. Accelerating deductible costs into this year can reduce your 2025 tax liability—and in some cases, lead toRead More »Year-End Business Expense Review: What’s Still Deductible in 2025?
If you typically pay more than $10,000 in state and local taxes (SALT), the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) could significantly reduce your 2025 federal tax bill. But to take full advantage, you’ll needRead More »New $40,000 SALT Deduction Limit: What High Earners Need to Know
Introduction When it comes to commercial real estate, depreciation typically spans 39 years. However, certain interior improvements—known as Qualified Improvement Property (QIP)—can be depreciated faster or even fully deducted in the first year. While thisRead More »Real Estate Tax Strategy: QIP Depreciation Explained
Supporting charitable causes is often driven by passion, not tax strategy. But if you’re looking to make a meaningful impact while optimizing your tax return, donating long-term appreciated stock instead of cash can offer significantRead More »Donate Appreciated Stock to Reduce Capital Gains Tax in 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), enacted on July 4, 2025, brings both opportunities and deadlines for businesses investing in clean energy. While the legislation extends or enhances several tax benefits, it also acceleratesRead More »Act Now: Clean Energy Tax Breaks for Businesses Are Ending Sooner Than Expected
A New Tax Break for Seniors: The OBBBA Senior Deduction Beginning in 2025 and lasting through 2028, individuals age 65 and older can claim a new “senior deduction” of up to $6,000 under the One Big Beautiful BillRead More »OBBBA 2025–2028 Tax Savings
Managing business travel expenses can be a headache for employers and employees alike. Tracking receipts for meals, hotels, and incidentals often leads to frustration and administrative burdens. Fortunately, the IRS’s high-low per diem method offersRead More »Efficient Business Travel: 2025-2026 IRS Per Diem Rates Unveiled
With approximately 1.3 million Americans residing in nursing homes, as reported by the National Center for Health Statistics, transitioning a parent into such a facility involves significant financial planning. While taxes may not be yourRead More »5 Key Tax Breaks to Know Before Moving a Parent into a Nursing Home
If you’re considering personally guaranteeing a loan for your closely held corporation—or have already done so—it’s crucial to understand the potential tax consequences. Acting as a guarantor, endorser, or indemnitor means that if the corporation defaults, you mayRead More »Tax Risks of Personally Guaranteeing a Business Loan: What Every Corporation Owner Should Know