Advisory

What Is Advisory — And Is It Right for You?

Most people think their financial professional focuses on the past: last year’s tax numbers, last quarter’s profit, last month’s expenses. That’s the compliance world. It’s essential, of course. But it’s focused on what already happened.
LLC

Why an LLC?

An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is a flexible business structure that creates a legal distinction between its owners and the business itself. This separation shields the owners' personal assets from business liabilities and debts, a crucial safeguard not offered by simpler structures like sole proprietorships.
Protest

The Weirdest Tax Protests in the Last Century

Taxes are usually dull. But every so often they spark something strange, from performance-art protests to digital revolts to tractor blockades. Here are five tax uprisings that broke the mold over the last 100 years.
tax advice

Beware of Social Media Tax Advice: The Risks and Consequences

In today’s digital age, social media serves as a hub of information on almost every topic imaginable, from cooking recipes to financial advice, including taxes. However, as accessible as these platforms are, they pose a significant risk when used as a source for tax advice.
Tax Planning

Year-End Individual Tax Planning Opportunities

Year-end is rapidly approaching, as are the holidays. So, before you become distracted with the seasonal celebrations, it may be in your best interest to consider year-end tax moves that can benefit you for your 2025 tax filing. Here are last-minute tax issues you might consider:
Cash Flow

​Cash Flow vs. Profit: The Hidden Reason Healthy Businesses Struggle

You finally have a year where sales are up and the books show a profit—yet your bank account feels like it missed the memo. Read more about cash flow versus profit.
Gifts

Holiday Gifts That Offer Tax Benefits for You and Your Loved Ones

The holiday season is a time of giving, and while the joy of gifting is often its own reward, there are ways to make your generosity even more impactful through strategic tax planning.
Deduction

A Guide to the Business Pass-Through Deduction

The Section 199A pass-through deduction, also known as the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction, offers significant tax savings for eligible business owners. This deduction allows certain individuals to deduct up to 20% of their qualified business income from domestic businesses operated as a sole proprietorship, partnership, S corporation, trust, or estate.