Now is a good time to review your business’s expenses for deductibility. Accelerating deductible expenses into this year generally will reduce 2025 taxes and might even provide permanent tax savings. Also consider the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). It makes permanent or revises some Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) provisions […]
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In a business context, a wellness program is an employer-sponsored initiative designed to promote employees’ physical, mental and emotional well-being. These programs can take many forms, but their underlying goal is generally the same: to foster a healthier, more productive workplace. A well-structured wellness program can also help companies manage health care benefits costs, reduce […]
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Launching a new business brings tough decisions. And that holds true whether you’re a fledgling entrepreneur starting your first company or an experienced businessperson expanding into a second or third enterprise. Among the most important calls you’ll need to make is how to structure the start-up for tax purposes. For many business owners, electing S corporation […]
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Saving taxes probably isn’t your primary reason for supporting your favorite charities. But tax deductions can be a valuable added benefit. If you donate long-term appreciated stock, you potentially can save even more. Not just a deduction Appreciated publicly traded stock you’ve held more than one year is long-term capital gains property. If you donate […]
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law July 4, 2025, extends or enhances many tax breaks for businesses. But the legislation terminates several business-related clean energy tax incentives earlier than scheduled. For example, the Qualified Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit (Section 45W) had been scheduled to expire after 2032. Under the OBBBA, it’s available […]
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Today’s employees have a wealth of information at their fingertips and many distractions competing for their attention. Maintaining focus and productivity can be challenging. One proven lever for promoting engagement is a performance-based bonus plan. When carefully structured, these plans acknowledge individual contributions while accelerating the company toward its strategic goals. However, if not optimally […]
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If you have employees who travel for business, you know how frustrating it can be to manage reimbursements and the accompanying receipts for meals, hotels and incidentals. To make this process easier, consider using the “high-low” per diem method. Instead of tracking every receipt, your business can reimburse employees using daily rates that are predetermined […]
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Pricing is among the most powerful levers for business owners to calibrate their companies’ profitability. Set prices too low and you risk leaving money on the table. Set them too high and customers may pass you by for cheaper competitors. Your continuous objective should be to find that sweet spot where prices are competitive while […]
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