Being a business owner always requires a certain degree of creativity, but for artist Sarah Helen More, it’s the key to her success. More recently unveiled her first public art project, a glass mosaic titled, On A Clear Day, You Can See Forever, which is now a...
If you’re a landlord or thinking of investing in real estate, you’ve probably heard that forming an LLC (Limited Liability Company) is a smart move. But is it necessary? Not always. Here’s what you need to consider before making the decision. Benefits of forming an...
Confusion around the tax treatment of short-term and long-term rentals is a common challenge facing real estate investors, owners of vacation property, and even homeowners looking to add monthly cash flow by renting out space in their primary residence. In this...
In this age of overnight shipping and QR-code restaurant menus, it’s rare to find a business that still runs on handshakes, good conversation, and customer service that feels like friendship. At Golden Steer Meats, that’s exactly how they still do business....
Selling your home at a profit typically rewards homeowners with one of the biggest opportunities for tax-free earnings available in the tax code. But sometimes, taxpayers don’t realize until it’s too late that they don’t qualify for the full...
Not getting value out of your CPA? Making big business decisions without the input of your most-trusted financial advisor can be frustrating. If it feels like your CPA is just a tax filer and not a strategic ally, ask these 10 key questions to get more out of your...
As a small business owner, setting up a retirement plan for your team might feel like an expensive, complicated endeavor – but with available tax credits from the SECURE Act, it doesn’t have to be. *Most employers with 100 or fewer employees who do not...
When Ellie Davis decided to close down her children’s clothing boutique, an extraordinary business pivot was in the works. As soon as she’d shut the doors, her phone started ringing off the hook. On the other end? Local business owners. But not to purchase unsold...
If you’ve done much research into investing in rental real estate, you’ve probably come across the acronym MACRS – and may be wondering exactly what it means. In this post, we’ll explain what the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System is, and how understanding...
Wedding industry tax concerns? Dedicated to your craft but behind on business finances? Learn the 10 most common tax mistakes made by planners, photographers, caterers, florists and other wedding pros. Download our wedding-industry tax playbook to see how to avoid...
