“When You Need theIRS Fast, Use This” To get my complete article with all the details… Trying to reach the IRS when you’re on a deadline can feel like a test of patience—wrong numbers, broken links, endless menus. To save you the frustration, we put together a one-page 2026 IRS Key Contact Information & Helpful Links Guide that keeps the most important phone … [Read more...]
This Childcare Credit Just Got 4x Bigger
“This Childcare CreditJust Got 4x Bigger” To get my complete article with all the details… The employer childcare credit has been around for years. Most small businesses ignored it. That's about to change. Starting in 2026, the maximum credit jumped from $150,000 to $600,000. New rules let small businesses pool resources, contract with off-site providers, and … [Read more...]
One Small Slip Can Wipe Out the Tax-Free Benefit of Your QCD
“One Small Slip Can Wipe Outthe Tax-Free Benefit of Your QCD” To get my complete article with all the details… Qualified charitable distributions are supposed to be tax-free. But one easily overlooked rule can flip that result instantly—turning a “clean” QCD into fully taxable income. No aggressive planning No bad intent No obvious red flags Just a … [Read more...]
Family Relationships the IRS Cares About More Than You Think
“Family Relationships the IRS CaresAbout More Than You Think” To get my complete article with all the details… Some of the most expensive tax mistakes don’t come with penalties or audit notices. They show up later—as deductions that disappear, losses that don’t count, or timing issues no one expected. The transaction looks clean The pricing is fair The … [Read more...]
Don’t Let A Deadline Sneak Up On You This Year
“Don't Let a DeadlineSneak Up On You This Year” To get my complete article with all the details… Quarterly estimates. W-2s. 1099s. Partnership returns. FUTA deposits. Miss one and you're looking at penalties. We put the important federal tax deadlines for small businesses and self-employed professionals into one downloadable calendar. Print it. Pin it. Stop … [Read more...]