by Lori Bowden | May 2, 2025 | Tax & Accounting
If you own a company and travel for business, you may wonder whether you can deduct all the costs of having your spouse accompany you on trips. It’s possible, but the rules are restrictive. When Your Spouse Is Also Your Employee If your spouse is your employee, you...
by Lori Bowden | May 1, 2025 | Tax & Accounting
Making a family loan isn’t the only way to assist a loved one with purchasing a home. If you aren’t concerned about being paid back, a straightforward option is gifting cash. In 2025, you can give up to $19,000 to anyone without federal gift tax consequences under the...
by Lori Bowden | Apr 2, 2025 | Tax & Accounting
If you’ve filed your 2024 tax return, you may be eager to do some spring cleaning, starting with tax-related paper and digital clutter. The documentation needed to support a tax return may include receipts, bank and investment account statements, K-1s, W-2s, and...
by Lori Bowden | Mar 31, 2025 | Tax & Accounting
Whether you’re a casual or professional gambler, your winnings are taxable. However, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration reports that gambling income is vastly underreported. Failing to report winnings accurately can lead to back taxes, interest and...
by briesterer | Mar 4, 2025 | Financial Planning, Tax & Accounting
If you own or manage a business with employees, you could be personally responsible for paying a harsh tax penalty. It’s called the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP). It applies to the mishandling of Social Security and income taxes that must be withheld from...
by briesterer | Mar 3, 2025 | Tax & Accounting
After successfully navigating the start-up phase, your business has a strong foundation for growth. At the growth stage, business and financial advisory services become essential. Focus on these two key areas to elevate your company to the next level. 1. Financial and...