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Are you ready to optimize your tax planning for 2023 and maximize your savings? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll unveil 10 savvy strategies endorsed by CPAs and accountants to help you save money when filing your taxes. From smart deductions to proactive planning, empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate... Read more

During these times of economic uncertainty, two things remain certain: taxes and a need to save money. (Texas CPA All Stars: More Important Than Ever To Save On Taxes) Unemployment is taxable just like ordinary income. This means that those who receive unemployment benefits will have to pay taxes on... Read more

As part of an ongoing series on how you can cut business costs, we’re sharing a few more tips. Finding the right balance between what to spend and what to save is what an expert CPA can help you with. (Dallas Tax Advice: Cut Business Costs, Part 2) 1. Align... Read more

Last year brought big changes for millions of Americans. Many lost their jobs or saw their paychecks reduced; others worked remotely from home. Some were forced to drain their retirement accounts to pay the bills; others fortified their savings with stimulus checks. (Dallas Tax CPA: Saving On 2020 Taxes) All of these... Read more

A new year means an entirely different set of tax laws to follow. Thankfully, these changes are all good ones that can put more money in your pocket this year. (Flower Mound CPA All Stars: Tax Changes to Know in 2020) 1. A higher standard deduction…yay Tax filers have two... Read more

When an individual or couple files their taxes, they are usually eligible for at least a few tax breaks. The thing is, deductions and credits aren’t usually applied automatically. In many instances, you have to choose to pursue that tax deduction on your return. If you don’t, then you end up overpaying. (DFW... Read more

Putting money aside for your future is important, but it’s not easy. Trying to find savings to invest can be hard for anyone. (CPA Flower Mound, Texas: Little Known Investor Tax Breaks) To encourage people to save, the federal government offers tax breaks that are specifically available only to investors.... Read more

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was the most sweeping overhaul to the United States tax code in decades. In addition to lowering the tax bills for many Americans, the tax reform bill also simplified the tax code. (Dallas CPA Advisors: Best Tax Deductions For You) One of the ways... Read more

BUSINESS OWNERS looking to lower their tax burden can take advantage of several money-saving deductions. These include popular deductions for vehicle expenses and home offices. It also includes relatively new qualified business income deduction that will allow some small business owners to write off 20% of their income. (DFW Business Advisors: Tax... 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

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

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

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

If you have a big tax bill that you can’t pay, life seems pretty bleak. While the number of tax liens annually filed by the IRS against taxpayers has dropped by more than 50 percent since 2010, there were more than 14 million open tax-debt cases against individuals and businesses... Read more

You might only think about your credit score before a big purchase, like when buying a house or applying for a loan. However, good credit can serve as a continuous backstage pass into a world of perks, better products and easier access into the opportunities you want most. What Is... Read more

As a business owner, you know you have to keep careful records of both your income and your expenses. (Flower Mound Tax Help: Balancing A Small Business Budget) In addition to saving money when tax season rolls around, keeping clear and concise records of all your business transactions will give... Read more

Check out these 10 tips to help you create a schedule that works for your business and your team. They’ll also help you create ideal employee shifts for your business. (Business CPA: The Perfect Work Schedule) Determine Your Staffing Needs Scheduling is a balance. You need to have enough employees... Read more

Starting your own business can be very exciting and can be a huge source of joy and revenue in your life. (Flower Mound Tax Advice: What to Know Before You Start a Business) However, it’s not for everyone. Many people try to turn a passion of theirs into a business... Read more