
How the 2018 Tax Law Changes Affect You
Effective for 2018, Congress approved the largest tax reform legislation changes to our tax system in over three decades. Under the new...


Gift and Estate Taxes: Knowing What Needs to be Reported
The gift tax and estate tax only apply to gifts and estates greater than $5.43 million (or $10.86 million per couple). But even if you’re...


10 Tips for Contractors and Small-Business Owners
Running a small business or working as an independent contractor can be an exciting and fulfilling way to make a living. Self-employed...


Introducing the Home-Office Standard Deduction
Deducting expenses for your home office just got a lot simpler with the new standard deduction The home-office deduction can be one of...


Section 179 Limits May Be Cut Substantially in 2014
Business owners might have a big incentive to hurry up and make their large equipment purchases before the end of 2013. Unless current...


What Healthcare Reform Means for Small Businesses
UPDATE: The requirement that all companies with at least 50 full-time employees provide health insurance–or face a penalty–was originally...


Employee or Contractor? 10 Ways to Make This Important Distinction
Are your workers employees or independent contractors? It pays to know the difference. Independent contractors often provide a convenient...


It’s Time for Your Business’s Mid-Year Checkup
Most of us understand how important regular checkups are in preventing big problems from developing down the road. We go to the doctor...