Why Most Profitable Businesses Still Run Into Cash Problems
A business can be profitable on paper and still struggle to make payroll. That disconnect surprises a lot of owners, but it shouldn't. Profit and cash are two different things, and they move on two [...]
Why a Strong Accounting System Matters More Than Most Business Owners Realize
Most businesses do not struggle because they lack financial statements. They struggle because they lack timely, reliable information they can actually use. That is the real value of a strong accounting system. A good accounting [...]
Your Post-Tax-Filing Checklist
After you’ve filed your 2025 tax return, what’s next? It’s easy to move on to other things, but taking a little time to address some tax-related items now can help you stay organized and avoid [...]
FAQs About the Research Credit
Companies that engage in research and development activities may qualify for a federal tax credit for some of those expenses. The credit is complicated to calculate, and not all research activities are eligible — but [...]
It’s Your Last Chance to Claim These Clean Energy Tax Breaks
Last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) terminated several clean energy tax incentives earlier than previously scheduled. But if you bought an electric vehicle or made certain green home improvements last year, you might [...]
Don’t Miss Your Opportunity to Make a 2025 IRA Contribution — Whether You Can Deduct It or Not
Generally, each year you can contribute up to the annual limit to a traditional or Roth IRA (or a combination of the two). But once the contribution deadline has passed, the opportunity to contribute for [...]