- February 4, 2025
For 2025, inflation-adjusted changes were made to certain business tax limits. Here’s how much employees can contribute to their 401(k)s and FSAs this year, as well as other important business tax amounts.
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- February 4, 2025
Gaming fundraisers are popular with nonprofits and their supporters. But before you plan your event, make sure you know the IRS rules regarding reporting gambling activities and paying any tax due.
- January 31, 2025
Nonprofits often struggle with properly handling the cost allocation of program expenses. Yet the process is critical because your supporters want to know how you use financial resources.
- January 30, 2025
Navigating the complexities of payroll taxes is a daunting task for small business owners. Learn how you can streamline your payroll processes by developing strategies to ensure compliance, avoid penalties and maintain employee trust so you can continue to focus on growing your enterprise.
- January 27, 2025
The deadline is almost here for businesses to submit certain information returns to the government and furnish them to workers. By Jan. 31, 2025, employers must file Forms W-2 that show the wages paid and taxes withheld for 2024 for each employee.
- January 27, 2025
Cybercriminals are constantly trying to trick online shoppers to access personal information. Following some easy but essential tips may help safeguard your next online shopping trip.
- January 22, 2025
Properly managing the tax treatment of intangible assets is vital for businesses to maximize tax benefits and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
- January 20, 2025
You’re probably familiar with the self-employment tax if you own a business. Here’s a refresher on how it works, how it will increase and whether there’s anything you can do to reduce it.
- January 20, 2025
The standard mileage rate is adjusted annually and calculated based on driving costs, including the price of gas. The IRS announced that the 2025 cents-per-mile rate for the business use of a car, van, pickup or panel truck is 70 cents.
- January 17, 2025
A solo 401(k) plan is a powerful retirement savings tool if you run a one-person small business. Here’s how you can help save for a golden nest egg and reap tax advantages.
- January 16, 2025
Navigating the U.S. tax system can be complex, particularly when understanding income definitions like Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI), and Taxable Income. These definitions impact your tax liability and eligibility for various deductions and credits.
- January 15, 2025
A business continuity plan is a must for manufacturing companies. Your plan should outline the immediate steps to be taken in the event of a crisis and be flexible enough to allow your company to adapt to unanticipated scenarios.
- January 13, 2025
Whether your nonprofit’s program budget will be smaller or larger in 2025, this is a good time to review current offerings to assess which are effective and which aren’t. You may even find your organization is ignoring important needs in your community.
- January 10, 2025
A realistic budget can allow your manufacturing company to identify potential cash shortages and production capacity constraints. However, be aware of certain pitfalls.
- January 9, 2025
Significant changes to the IRS's 1099-K reporting thresholds are in effect and affect anyone who uses payment apps or online marketplaces. Find out what these updates mean for you and how to navigate the new requirements.