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A: Yes, here’s how.** Whether you are driving to client meetings, visiting job sites, running to the bank, or picking up supplies, those miles add up quickly. And the good news is that many of them are deductible as long as they meet IRS rules and you track them properly. Let’s break it down in […]

Client Case Studies, Resources, Small Business, Tax

November 19, 2025

Q: Is mileage really deductible? 🚗

2025 Child Tax Credit Updates: What You Need to Know Why the 2025 Changes Matter If you have children, the new rules for the Child Tax Credit (CTC) can significantly impact your tax bill. The updates for the 2025 tax year bring both higher benefit amounts and stricter eligibility requirements. With proper tax planning, you […]

Accounting, Featured, Resources, Tax

November 17, 2025

2025 Child Tax Credit Updates | What Parents & Small Business Owners Need to Know

The Stress of Unexpected IRS Bills & Penalties There’s nothing worse than filing your taxes and discovering you owe far more than expected. For many business owners, unexpected IRS bills, penalties, and interest come from not reviewing their finances often enough. The solution isn’t to work harder during tax season, it’s to stay ahead of […]

Accounting, Featured, Small Business, Tax

October 31, 2025

Quarterly Financial Checkups: How to Stay Ahead of IRS Surprises

Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats; but “tax expert” doesn’t have to be one of them. Still, missing out on key deductions can mean you’re leaving money on the table. 💸 To help you maximize your savings, here are five commonly overlooked tax deductions that can make a real difference when […]

Accounting, Small Business, Tax, Uncategorized

October 8, 2025

The Top 5 Tax Deductions Small Business Owners Overlook

Introduction: A Tax Break for Hardworking Americans Starting in 2025, a landmark provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces a valuable deduction: up to $12,500 of your overtime “premium” pay (or $25,000 for joint filers) can be excluded from federal taxable income, making overtime earnings effectively tax-free, with some limitations. KiplingerIRSWikipedia What […]

Featured, Resources, Tax, Uncategorized

August 26, 2025

No Tax on Overtime: What You Need to Know in 2025 – 2028