Business
New law doubles business meal deductions and makes favorable PPP loan changes
The COVID-19 relief bill, signed into law on December 27, 2020, provides a further response from the federal government to the pandemic. It also contains numerous tax breaks for businesses. Here are some highlights of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA), which also includes other laws within it. Business meal deduction increased The new law…
Read MoreRing in the new year with a renewed focus on profitability
Some might say the end of one calendar year and the beginning of another is a formality. The linear nature of time doesn’t change, merely the numbers we use to mark it. Others, however, would say that a fresh 12 months — particularly after the arduous, anxiety-inducing nature of 2020 — creates the perfect opportunity…
Read MoreRightsizing your sales force
With a difficult year almost over, and another one on the horizon, now may be a good time to assess the size of your sales force. Maybe the economic changes triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic led you to downsize earlier in the year. Or perhaps you’ve added to your sales team to seize opportunities. In…
Read MoreDrive more savings to your business with the heavy SUV tax break
Are you considering replacing a car that you’re using in your business? There are several tax implications to keep in mind. A cap on deductions Cars are subject to more restrictive tax depreciation rules than those that apply to other depreciable assets. Under so-called “luxury auto” rules, depreciation deductions are artificially “capped.” So is the…
Read MoreShould you add a technology executive to your staff?
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic impact have hurt many companies, especially small businesses. However, for others, the jarring challenges this year have created opportunities and accelerated changes that were probably going to occur all along. One particular area of speedy transformation is technology. It’s never been more important for businesses to wield their internal…
Read MoreThe QBI deduction basics and a year-end tax tip that might help you qualify
If you own a business, you may wonder if you’re eligible to take the qualified business income (QBI) deduction. Sometimes this is referred to as the pass-through deduction or the Section 199A deduction. The QBI deduction: Is available to owners of sole proprietorships, single member limited liability companies (LLCs), partnerships, and S corporations, as well…
Read More2020 Business Reporting Reminders Guide
As the year draws to a close, it is imperative to make sure you meet the reporting obligations as outlined below for: Form 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC (NEW!) S-Corporation Health Insurance Personal Use of Employer-Provided Vehicle Personal Property Tax and Business License Returns Form 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC There are several important items and key changes…
Read More2021 Potential Tax Law Changes
Following the 2020 election, President-elect Joe Biden has plans to change the Federal tax law. However, any tax law changes are dependent on Congress approval. The Democrats have secured the majority in the House of Representatives, but Senate majority is still undecided and will not be declared until Georgia’s two run-off races conclude in January.…
Read More2020 Business Planning Guide
Business tax planning is complex. Careful planning involves more than just focusing on lowering taxes for the current and future years. How each potential tax saving opportunity affects the entire business must also be considered. In addition, planning for closely-held business entities requires a delicate balance between planning for the business and planning for its…
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