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When we talk about gifting as part of a tax strategy, many people assume it’s something only the ultra-wealthy need to worry about. But gifting is actually one of the simplest and most powerful financial planning tools available – and a thoughtful gifting strategy can make a meaningful difference for your family, both now and in the long run.

Starting in October 2025, the IRS stopped issuing paper checks for federal disbursements, including tax refunds, unless an exception applies. For more information, go to IRS.gov/ModernPayments.

Smart borrowing can fuel growth—or quietly erode your business’s profitability if not managed with precision. This article explores how to size loans appropriately, avoid costly missteps, and align financing with your overall strategy.

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.

Your business is finally profitable, but is it profitable enough for an S-corp election? Learn the revenue, cash-flow, and compliance milestones that signal it’s time.

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.

Employers can boost workplace morale and employee loyalty by taking advantage of the Employer-Provided Childcare Tax Credit. This federal incentive not only eases the financial burden on businesses offering childcare solutions but also enhances their competitive edge in recruiting and retaining talent. Discover how this credit works, eligibility requirements, and its impact on workplace culture.

USPS’s updated regulations, effective December 24, 2025, clarify that the date displayed on a postmark now represents the date an item undergoes its first automated processing at a facility—rather than the date the item was initially received by the postal service. This change means there may be a gap of several days between the time you mail your documents and when they actually receive a postmark, especially as mail is routed from collection points to centralized processing centers.

Making the jump to S-corporation status probably wasn’t an impulse decision; you looked at your books, saw profits piling up well beyond the salary you pay yourself, and decided it was time to stop paying self-employment tax on every extra dollar. However, the S election is more than just a single signature on Form 2553; it introduces a new set of rules.

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.