If gambling is part of your lifestyle or even your profession — Congress just changed the rules, and it’s not in your favor. The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces a new limitation beginning in 2026: gamblers
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has completely reshaped the tax landscape for small businesses. With more than two dozen significant changes covering everything from 100% bonus depreciation to qualified opportunity zones, it’s no wonder business owners and advisors
If you’re planning to invest in new equipment, computers, furniture, or other property for your business, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) brings some very welcome news: you can now deduct the entire cost of those purchases in a
When we talk about saving for the future, the same accounts always get the spotlight 401(k)s, IRAs, maybe even a Roth if you’re feeling savvy. But there’s one account that quietly beats them all in terms of tax advantages, and
If you’re a business owner, the idea of selling your company and walking away without paying a single dime in federal taxes on your gain might sound too good to be true. But thanks to Section 1202 of the Internal
Here’s the good news: although the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) makes significant changes to the treatment of charitable contributions, none of these rules take effect until January 1, 2026. That means taxpayers and businesses have all of 2025
If you run your business as a C corporation, there’s a little-known tax trap you need to have on your radar: the Accumulated Earnings Tax, or AET. Here’s how it works and why it can be a nasty surprise if
Unfortunately, not all of the news under the OBBBA is positive. While non-itemizers will celebrate new opportunities to deduct their contributions, those who itemize deductions, make substantial charitable gifts, or represent corporations with significant philanthropic budgets will encounter new limitations
Normally, the IRS limits business meal deductions to 50%. But in 2021 and 2022, a special COVID – era law temporarily allowed 100% deductions for certain meals to help the restaurant industry. Even though this provision has expired, it’s still
When you understand the rules for deducting business mileage, you: Protect yourself if the IRS comes calling Reduce your tax bill legitimately Two Real-Life Lessons Take Henry. Before he knew the mileage rules, he deducted only 30% of his SUV’s
