For most people, tax season brings a quiet panic about what they might be forgetting and a last-minute rush to pull everything together before the deadline. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With just a little preparation, you can avoid surprises, minimize your tax bill, and make the entire process smoother for both you and your advisor.
Businesses must prepare 1099s for contractors and vendors by February 2, 2026. Understanding which forms to use and getting organized now can help you stay on track and avoid costly IRS penalties.
Learn how to prepare for and respond to a business crisis with proven strategies. This guide covers real-world missteps, leadership tactics, and financial planning tips to help your business recover and thrive.
Think you know how capital gains work? Think again. Here are 4 surprising capital gains mistakes investors make—and how to avoid a surprise tax bill.
Trusts are powerful estate planning tools, but not all trusts are created equal. In this video, we break down the key differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts, including control, tax treatment, creditor protection, and long-term planning implications. Whether you’re building a basic estate plan or preserving multigenerational wealth, understanding these two foundational trust structures is essential.
Understand how the IRS taxes short-term rentals, from the 14-day rule to deductible expenses and 1099-K reporting. A must-read guide for short-term rental hosts.
The IRS is offering penalty relief for 2025 as employers struggle to comply with new reporting requirements for tips and overtime pay under the OBBBA. While businesses won’t face penalties this year for failing to separately report qualified tips, overtime compensation, and occupation codes, this transition period is explicitly temporary—and smart employers will use it to prepare for full compliance in 2026.
Learn how basis and at-risk amounts work together to determine loss deductibility in partnerships and S corporations, and why tracking both is essential for compliance and tax planning.
Hiring your child in your business can offer powerful tax advantages while teaching financial responsibility and supporting long-term wealth planning. Learn how to structure it properly, avoid IRS pitfalls, and make the most of this overlooked family strategy.
From expanded deductions and new above-the-line benefits to shifting phaseouts and sunsetting exemptions, 2025 offers unique opportunities for individuals to lower their tax liability before year-end. This guide highlights smart, timely moves to help you make the most of current law before key changes take effect in 2026.
