In order to help trades and businesses to retain employees and keep them employed during the COVID-19 crisis, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act created the Employee Retention Credit for 2020. As part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA), the credit has been extended through June 2021. The credit is actually […]
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Finally, The COVID Relief Package Is Law
After several months of the Republicans and Democrats not being able to agree on additional COVID-related tax relief and other matters, as 2020 was coming to an end, horses were traded, and deals were made so that Congress could put together the much-needed legislation. The result is a nearly 5,600-page omnibus bill, the Consolidated Appropriations […]
Preparing for 2021: Tax Planning Strategies for Small Business Owners
If you are a small business owner, every penny of your income counts. This means that you not only want to optimize your revenue, but also minimize your expenses and your tax liability. Unfortunately, far too many entrepreneurs are not well-versed on the tricks and tools available to them and end up paying far more […]
Wealth Transition and Succession Planning: Best Practices for Businesses During COVID-19
Understand that wealth transition and succession planning were always complicated processes, and COVID-19 has not done anyone any favors. No matter what, you need to recognize that this is an inherently specific process: so much is impacted by your own unique circumstances and the facts surrounding your organization. Likewise, your end goals will play an important role in the decisions you make, along with how they may have changed in the last few months.
6 Common Accounting Problems Killing Small Business Growth Today
Do you know the most common accounting problems killing small business growth today? Are you a small business owner? Do you want your organization to do far more than survive? Do you want your small business to thrive? The most common accounting problems killing small business growth are actually obvious. Unfortunately, many business owners overlook important […]
After Tax Reform, What’s Best for Business Owners: S Corp or C Corp?
After Tax Reform, you know The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, well, it has left many of today’s businesses with big questions. Incorporation remains a hot topic, but this law is shaking things up. It’s quick to assume your company should be one or the other, but without careful consideration of the facts, your organization may end up facing financial loss, hefty tax penalties or missed tax savings.