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Without your own savings, you may risk struggling to pay the bills in retirement. That’s why it’s crucial to contribute money to your nest egg throughout your working years. But the type of account in which you house your money could decide how much growth you see on your savings.... Read more

As you choose your benefits for 2020, don’t look past a key saving account that could beat your 401(k) plan — at least in tax terms. (Flower Mound Tax Consultant: Don’t Miss This Savings Account) This year, nearly 3 in 10 employers who offer workplace benefits provided a high-deductible health... 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

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

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

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

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

Tax season is here. If you’re like many people, you may look forward to receiving a sizable income tax refund each year. You might even have plans for how you’ll spend the money before the refund ever shows up. Unfortunately, for some taxpayers, the refund they anticipate will never arrive.... Read more

For those who wish to file by April 17, the pressure begins to build around now. Before the race gets heated here shortly, you may want to learn how last year’s tax reform changed things. You’ll be dealing with some of the biggest changes in a generation, so prepare. Besides... Read more

Few things bring a business owner’s blood pressure up like the thought of tax time. Between the receipts to go through, the surprise of what they will owe, and the hours it takes to gather annual income information, it’s just not a fun prospect for most business owners. But as... Read more

1. PAY OFF HIGH-INTEREST DEBT Has a high-interest credit card balance been hard to pay off? Instead of buying a vacation with your refund, tackle that debt instead. Start with debts with the highest interest rates; eliminating these will save you the most money over time. If you don’t have... Read more

With the changes made by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act not well understood by many Americans, taxes can be confusing enough for employees. Being a freelancer or independent contractor adds another layer of complication. For example, did you know there are three additional types of retirement accounts available to... Read more

First, two simple tax tips, then we’ll get to the software itself. Use a Separate Account to Pay Taxes.  One of the simplest decisions you can make in your business life is to setup a separate tax savings account. For most banks, if you have a checking account already, you can just call... Read more

No one says you have to be wealthy or a business owner to benefit from hiring a tax accountant. You might think that preparing your own taxes is just too time consuming or confusing. Maybe your tax situation is complex or it’s changed so you need specialized advice and tips.... Read more

Being a small business owner is expensive. Every penny counts when entrepreneurs are living on razor-thin margins. But owning and operating a small business is even more expensive when you pay more taxes than you owe. In a survey personal finance expert Garrett Gunderson conducted of his small business-owner clients,... Read more

Now that tax season is in full swing, many workers will no doubt be scrambling to get their returns done. That also includes the self-employed. While filing taxes as a salaried employee often means copying down a number from a W-2 and calling it a day, there’s often a whole set... Read more