Many tax figures are annually adjusted for inflation and typically increase each year (or at least every few years). For 2026, some additional changes are going into effect under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law July 4, 2025. Here’s an overview of some important limits and other tax figures for 2026. Keep […]
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A new Year brings many new tax-related figures for businesses. Here’s an overview of key figures for 2026. Be aware that exceptions or additional rules or limits may apply. Depreciation-related tax breaks Qualified retirement plan limits Other benefits limits Miscellaneous business-related limits Planning for 2026 We can help you factor these changes and others into
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Did you know there’s a tax-advantaged way to save for the expenses of a person with a disability that’s similar to saving for college expenses with a Section 529 plan? Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts can help fund qualified disability expenses for an eligible beneficiary. The SECURE 2.0 Act, signed into law in
S corporation structure provides most of the tax benefits of a partnership plus the liability protection of a corporation. But because of the strict requirements that apply to these entities, preserving S corporation status requires due diligence. Reap the benefits Like a traditional C corporation, an S corporation shields its shareholders from personal liability for the corporation’s
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Beginning in 2026, individuals who itemize deductions and donate to charity will face a new limit on their charitable deductions. And in some cases, they’ll face two new limits. But there’s some good news for nonitemizing individuals who make charitable donations. New charitable deduction floor Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), starting in 2026, if
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If your business has employees or uses independent contractors, you have associated annual information reporting obligations. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) makes changes impacting these rules, but not for the 2025 tax year. Tips and overtime income For 2025 through 2028, the OBBBA creates new deductions for employees who receive qualified tips income
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Is your company spending enough on cybersecurity? Unfortunately, it’s a question every business owner must contemplate carefully these days. The 2025 Security Budget Benchmark Report found that cybersecurity budgets increased by 4% this year, based on survey responses from nearly 600 Chief Information Security Officers collected by IANS Research and Artico Search. That may sound impressive. But it’s
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You likely have a lot of things to do between now and the end of the year, such as holiday shopping, donating to your favorite charities and planning get-togethers with family and friends. For older taxpayers with one or more tax-advantaged retirement accounts, as well as younger taxpayers who’ve inherited such an account, there may
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Interest paid or accrued by a business is generally deductible for federal tax purposes. But limitations apply. Now some changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will result in larger deductions for affected taxpayers. Limitation basics The deduction for business interest expense for a particular tax year is generally limited to 30% of
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Just because it’s December doesn’t mean it’s too late to reduce your 2025 tax liability. Consider implementing one or more of these year-end tax-saving ideas by December 31. Defer income and accelerate deductions Pushing income into the new year will reduce this year’s taxable income. If you’re expecting a bonus at work, for example, ask if
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