The best strategies for minimizing your taxes in 2024 and beyond

To help you make the most of the tax-saving opportunities available to you, we’re pleased to introduce our Tax Planning Guide. It offers a wide variety of strategies for minimizing your taxes. The guide covers: Tax Planning Basics Investing Real Estate Business & Executive Comp Family & Education Charitable Giving Retirement Estate Planning To keep […]

Business owners: Proper Cash Flow classification is Essential

Accurate financial statements are valuable resource for understanding your company’s performance, but the key is ensuring they’re prepared correctly. As your business grows and financial transactions become more complex, proper classification becomes increasingly challenging. Case in point: your statement of cash flows. Customarily, it shows the sources (money entering) and uses (money exiting) of cash. […]

Understanding taxes on employer-issued nonqualified stock options

Stock options provided by employers can be a significant financial asset for employees. In fact, many Silicon Valley success stories trace their wealth back to exercising stock options while working at start-up or rapidly expanding companies. We will now explain what you need to know about the federal income and employment tax rules for employer-issued […]

Retirement contribution limits are set to rise slightly in 2025

How much will you and your employees be able to contribute to your 401(k)s or other retirement plans in the coming year? According to Notice 2024-80, the IRS announced cost-of-living adjustments to the dollar limits for the retirement and other qualified plans for 2025. However, with inflation slowing, the increases are relatively modest. 401(k) plans […]

The Secret to B2B Growth: Marketing through the right channels

For business-to-business (B2B) companies, successful marketing starts with crafting credible, compelling messaging that captures attention. Equally important is selecting the most effective channels to reach your target audience. While digital marketing is essential, traditional strategies still hold value. A balanced approach that combines both proven and digital tactics is key to driving growth. Press releases […]

The nanny tax: What every household employer must know

Hiring household help, such as a nanny, housekeeper or gardener, can provide substantial relief in managing childcare and daily household tasks. However, as an employer, it is essential to understand your tax responsibilities, often referred to as the “nanny tax.” If you hire a household employee who is not classified as an independent contractor, you […]

Unlocking Savings: Maximize Your Business Travel Tax Deductions!

As a business owner, you may travel to engage with clients, attend conferences, evaluate vendor performance, and pursue other essential activities. Understanding the tax-deductibility of your travel expenses can significantly influence your financial outcomes. Effectively managing these costs not only ensures compliance, but also maximize your tax savings. Your tax home Eligible taxpayers can deduct […]