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The IRS typically narrows in on filers with huge deductions relative to their income, business filers with extra or suspicious write-offs, those claiming earned income tax credit or anything unusual. While investing is not the most common trigger for an audit, it still happens. (Flower Mound Tax CPA: Don’t Let... Read more

Business owners and gig economy workers may enjoy their freedom and often benefit from more flexibility. But, they miss out on the retirement plans and contributions that many full-time workers receive. So, how should a small business owner plan for retirement in the absence of company-sponsored plans? (Dallas Tax Advisor:... Read more

Over the last 50 years, home prices in the U.S. have increased by a little more than 5% annually. This means that the $200,000 home you buy today could be worth more $864,000 in 30 years. No wonder real estate is considered such an effective way to build wealth. But... Read more

You’ve worked hard throughout your career to save for retirement. Because of this, you want to make the most of your money. However, when planning for retirement, many people don’t consider how taxes will affect their savings. (DFW Tax Advice: Pay Less Taxes In Retirement) If you’re saving in a... Read more

Believe it or not, you can save for retirement on autopilot. You just have to know how. (Flower Mound Tax Advice: Which Retirement Account Is Best For You?) For most of us, financial experts recommend automatically contributing to an employer-sponsored 401(k) and an IRA. That’s right — it’s not an “either, or”... Read more

For lots of businesses, tax season is a hard time of year. It’s often associated with stress, record-combing and exhaustion. This is one reason why small businesses should be thinking about their taxes year-round and prepare long before it comes time to file. By including tax planning into your overall... Read more

Since the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, donors should contemplate whether charitable planning will provide an immediate or future benefit. (Flower Mound Tax Pros: How Charitable Planning Can Save You Money) With that said, here are five charitable planning options that can save you money on taxes in 2019... Read more

If your small business has grown beyond your state’s borders so that you operate in more than one place, this could trigger tax complexities. (DFW Tax: Having a Business In More Than One State) Here are some to think about: Business Taxes When Operating in More than One State State Income Taxes... Read more

For people nearing retirement or in retirement, every dollar counts and planning ahead is crucial. That’s especially true for taxes. (Flower Mound Tax Advice: Retirement Savings) Now that 2018 tax returns are done and gone, this is an opportune time to look for 2019 tax savings strategies for retirement. Here... Read more

Nobody likes to pay more taxes than they have to. But there’s also a danger of letting the “tax tail wag the investment dog,” to quote a common saying. (Flower Mound CPAs: Balancing Tax Savings with Investments) You shouldn’t try so hard to cut income or capital gain taxes that... Read more

People are living longer, which means your retirement years are longer, too. But do you have enough money saved up to have a long, healthy retirement? (Dallas Business Advisors: Stretch Your Retirement Savings) Watch out for fees. You’d be flabbergasted to see how much of your retirement can go to... Read more

Even though you’ve been paying Social Security taxes for years, you may not be able to escape Uncle Sam even after you claim benefits in retirement. (Dallas Tax Reduction: Avoiding Social Security Tax) It’s important to understand how taxes affect your benefits. For many of us, Social Security is a significant... Read more

With the summer season quickly ending, vacations and barbecues could be pushing out your business tax planning. However, this is the perfect time to review your business’s tax and financial plans with your certified public accountant (CPA). (Flower Mound Accountants: Midyear Tax Check-Up) Why is summer the best time to... Read more

If there’s one thing we can generally agree on, it’s that taxes are a major pain. Nobody likes dealing with them, and nobody enjoys filing them. But if you follow these tips, you may find that you not only pay the IRS less money, but will also have an easier... Read more

Many of us worry about running out of money in retirement. That make sense since we don’t know how long we’ll live, what our future costs might be, and what kind of returns we can expect on our savings. (Dallas Texas CPAs: Make Your Money Last In Retirement, Part I)... Read more

Each year brings a new wave of tax laws. As such, the best tip is to always follow best practices so you’re prepared. (Flower Mound Accounting: Need-to-Know Tax Saving Tips) You often can’t predict tax law changes and they can significantly impact your deductions and return. A new year could... Read more

How did you feel about making more money? (DFW Tax Pros: Save Your Business Money) You probably could achieve this by working harder, but what if you could be smarter with the money you earn now?  Having more money by being smarter, rather than by working harder, is something you shouldn’t overlook. Tax planning is one... Read more

Most soon-to-be and recent retirees don’t think about taxes when heading into retirement. This can be a problem. Don’t worry, if this is you. Keeping taxes at the forefront of your retirement plans will help you not only avoid mistakes, but allow you to take advantage of certain opportunities. (Flower... Read more

Not every tax strategy will apply to your situation or yield benefits that justify the time, risk, or cost. To avoid any unintended consequences, develop your planning strategy with your tax and financial advisor or CPA. By keeping the focus on your entire situation and goals, work to prevent the... Read more

Making money is only half the battle. Keeping it is the other half. Yet if you read financial sites, far more than 50 percent of the articles are about ways to generate income. Saving money doesn’t make for great headlines, but it’s vital to your long-term success. With that in... Read more

Property tax is a tax on real estate and sometimes other property which you own. Local governments typically assess property tax. The amount of property tax you owe is largely based on where the property is and how much it is worth. Calculating your property tax Property tax is typically determined... Read more

Most small biz owners don’t have backgrounds in finance. However, that doesn’t mean they can afford to avoid the administrative tasks that come with running a company. We face massive variation in the cost of goods and services. A $100 million agency that sends $90 million out the door on... Read more

1. Figure out whether it makes sense to itemize One of the most important decisions you’ll make when you file taxes is whether you should itemize your deductions or claim the standard deduction. The standard deduction was nearly doubled by tax reform and is going up again. Even if you’ve always itemized in... Read more

Early February is one of the busiest times for people doing their taxes. Are you someone who can’t wait to get your hands on your refund? Well, we can tell you how soon you will probably get that refund. The tax reform law officially kicked in on January 1, 2018.... Read more