"Employee Retirement Plan Coverage: 2026 Options and Credits" To get my complete, FREE articlewith all the details… You hired a few employees this year, and somewhere between payroll and paperwork, your state may have just decided you need a retirement plan — whether you asked for one or not. Fifteen states already require it, the employee thresholds are lower than … [Read more...]
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2026 Paid Family Leave Credit: Does the Owner Now Qualify?
2026 Paid Family Leave Credit: Does the Owner Now Qualify? To get my complete article with all the details… The paid family and medical leave credit just became permanent, and the rules around it changed enough that it's worth a second look even if you dismissed it before. Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act there’s an improved deal for some business owners: two … [Read more...]
A Complete 2026 Health Insurance Update for S Corporation Owners
A Complete 2026 Health Insurance Update for S Corporation Owners To get my complete article with all the details… If you own an S corporation, the health insurance deduction is still available in 2026—but one small mistake can cost you thousands. Here are three reasons to read this update: Review the 2026 Rules: 2026 Health Insurance for S Corporation … [Read more...]
July 31 Deadline: One Small Fee That Protects Your Entire HRA Deduction
July 31 Deadline: One Small Fee That Protects Your Entire HRA Deduction To get my complete article with all the details… You set up a health reimbursement arrangement to maximize tax deductions for medical expenses. Smart move. But there's a small annual filing requirement that comes with it — and skipping it could give the IRS a reason to question whether your … [Read more...]
The Coffee Deduction Is Gone—Here’s What That Means
The Coffee Deduction Is Gone—Here’s What That Means To get my complete article with all the details… This is one of those tax changes that catches people off guard. Because nothing about it feels like it should be a problem. For years, providing coffee, snacks, and small refreshments in the workplace was standard—and deductible. That changes in 2026. Here … [Read more...]