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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act extends, adds, and ends key tax breaks. Learn more about how the changes may affect you.

Have you received a legal settlement or expect one soon? Not all lawsuit awards are tax-free and misunderstanding how the IRS treats different types of damages could cost you. From back pay and punitive damages to physical injury claims, knowing what’s taxable is essential. We break down the key tax rules and explain why professional guidance can make a meaningful difference.

If your business fails to remit withheld payroll taxes, the IRS can hold individuals personally liable under the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty — also known as the 100% penalty. Learn what courts look for and how you can protect yourself from this costly mistake.

Even profitable businesses can face challenging years. Learn how net operating losses (NOLs) can help reduce future tax burdens, and how recent tax law changes affect your ability to claim them. Discover why smart planning is key to maximizing the benefits of business losses.

Learn how a living trust can help you avoid probate, maintain privacy, and streamline asset distribution — regardless of your estate size. Discover key benefits, tax implications, and common pitfalls to avoid.

Is your retirement plan at risk from early withdrawals? Learn how “leakage” could be costing your business more than you think — and what you can do about it. Read the full article for actionable insights.

Looking for a tax-smart way to support your employees and even your own family members? Learn how a Section 127 plan can offer $5,250 in annual tax-free education benefits—see if your business qualifies.

Looking for a simple, tax-smart way to offer retirement benefits? Discover how SEP and SIMPLE plans can help your small business save big in 2025—without the paperwork hassle. Read more.

Explore how pairing a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can help your business reduce costs, offer tax benefits, and enhance employee benefits.

When someone passes away, most capital assets — like stocks, real estate, and crypto — are adjusted to their fair market value as of the date of death, resetting their tax basis. In some cases, the estate can use a valuation from six months later if it lowers estate taxes. Need help? We’re here to guide you through these rules and create a strategy that works for you.

If you sell a stock or mutual fund at a loss and buy a substantially identical one within 30 days, the wash sale rule applies. This rule disallows the loss for tax purposes, deferring it by adding it to the cost basis of the new shares. Proper timing is key to successfully harvesting tax-saving capital losses. Learn more.

Hiring your child to work in your small business can offer valuable tax benefits while teaching them responsibility and providing income. Learn how.

Have you Experienced Rental Property Loss? As a rental property owner, there are several strategies and exceptions that can help you deduct losses from your tax returns. Learn how.

After years of uncertainty, the U.S. student loan system is once again in transition. Here's a breakdown of the DOE's current approach to student loan repayments — and what it means for you.

To file as Head of Household, you must be unmarried, support a qualifying dependent, and pay over half the cost of maintaining the home. A parent can qualify even if they don’t live with you. Learn More.

Learn which tax documents to keep, how long to retain them, and what you can safely shred after filing your return.

Thinking of lending money to a friend or family member? Learn how to properly structure a personal loan to avoid tax issues, including the importance of a written agreement, using the right interest rate (AFR), and potential tax deductions.

You can deduct capital losses to offset gains and reduce up to $3,000 of ordinary income each year. Losses beyond that can be carried forward. Be aware of the wash sale rule and special rules for claiming losses on worthless stocks.

Retirement brings freedom—and tax challenges. Smart planning helps you save more. Here are 4 key tax tips to prep for retirement.

Are you starting a business with partners and deciding on the right entity? An S corporation might be the best choice for your new venture.