New Rules Could Boost Your R&E Tax Savings in 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) reinstated the immediate deduction for U.S.-based R&E expenses effective for 2025.
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How Businesses Can Fund A Buy-Sell Agreement
Businesses with more than one owner benefit from having multiple viewpoints and varying skill sets. However, they also face serious risks of uncertainty and conflict if one of the owners suddenly departs or undergoes a major life change. A carefully crafted buy-sell agreement can guard against these risks — if it’s securely funded. Transfer guidelines A “buy-sell” (as it’s often called) is a legally enforceable contract among a company’s owners that sets guidelines for
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New Tax Law Creates An Additional Accelerated Depreciation Opportunity For Eligible Manufacturers
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces a new — but temporary — tax break for manufacturers. The qualified production property (QPP) allowance gives manufacturers a strong incentive to make capital investments in new production facilities. Here’s what you need to know. Bonus depreciation for QPP Generally, first-year bonus depreciation is limited to tangible property with a recovery period of 20 years or less. But the OBBBA adds Section 168(n) to
A Tax Guide to Choosing the Right Business Entity
One of the most critical decisions entrepreneurs make when starting or restructuring a business is choosing the right entity type. This choice directly impacts how the business is taxed, the level of administrative complexity and regulatory compliance obligations. While legal liability considerations also matter, we will focus on tax implications. For liability advice, consult a legal professional. Whether launching a new venture or reassessing your current structure, understanding how each entity is taxed can help you make strategic and compliant decisions. Here’s a brief overview of five
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Receivables Rx: Key Metrics To Assess The Health Of Your Cash Flow
For many businesses, accounts receivable (AR) is one of the largest assets on the balance sheet. It represents the cash you’ve earned but haven’t yet collected. Efficient AR management is critical for maintaining healthy cash flow, reducing bad debt and fueling growth. But a key question often goes unasked: How do your company’s receivables compare to others in your industry? This is where benchmarking comes in. Why benchmarking matters Benchmarking is the process of comparing your company’s financial and operational metrics against those of peers in your industry. For receivables,
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Lower Your Self-Employment Tax Bill by Switching to an S Corporation
If you own an unincorporated small business, you may be frustrated with high self-employment (SE) tax bills. One way to lower your SE tax liability is to convert your business to an S corporation. SE tax basics Sole proprietorship income, as well as partnership income that flows through to partners (except certain limited partners), is subject to SE tax. These rules also apply to single-member LLCs that are treated as sole proprietorships for federal tax purposes and multi-member LLCs that are treated as partnerships for federal tax purposes. In 2025, the maximum
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A Family Business Owner Needs Both an Estate Plan and a Succession Plan
For family business owners, an estate plan and a succession plan often work in tandem, ensuring that both personal and business affairs transition smoothly. Your estate plan can help ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and provide contingencies in the event of your death or disability before retirement. Your succession plan can pave the way for a seamless transfer of leadership upon your retirement. Here’s how they work together. Two types of succession One reason transferring a family business is so challenging is the distinction
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How Will the Changes to the SALT Deduction Affect Your Tax Planning?
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) shifts the landscape for federal income tax deductions for state and local taxes (SALT), albeit temporarily. If you have high SALT expenses, the changes could significantly reduce your federal income tax liability. But it requires careful planning to maximize the benefits — and avoid potential traps that could increase your effective tax rate. A little background Less than a decade ago, eligible SALT expenses were generally 100% deductible on federal income tax returns if an individual itemized deductions.
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The New Law Includes a Game-Changer for Business Payment Reporting
The One, Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) contains a major overhaul to an outdated IRS requirement. Beginning with payments made in 2026, the new law raises the threshold for information reporting on certain business payments from $600 to $2,000. Beginning in 2027, the threshold amount will be adjusted for inflation. The current requirement: $600 threshold For decades, the IRS has required that businesses file Form 1099-NEC (previously 1099-MISC) for payments made to independent contractors that exceed $600 in a calendar year. This threshold amount has remained unchanged since the 1950s! The same $600 threshold
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