Year-end tax planning strategies to implement now Now that Labor Day has passed, it’s a good time to think about making year-end tax planning moves that may help lower your small business taxes. The standard year-end approach…
Election at entity level allows for unrestricted federal deduction on Ohio taxes Matthew D. Maker, CPA, MT, Director, Barnes Wendling CPAs A.J. Volpe, Tax Specialist, Barnes Wendling CPAs With the passage in June of Ohio Senate Bill…
CLEVELAND, OHIO, Sept 1, 2022 – Barnes Wendling CPAs is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their hard work and dedication. The firm has promoted 10 employees effective Sept. 1, 2022. They are: To Principal Ryan…
While the recently announced student loan debt relief has captured numerous headlines, it’s estimated that another federal relief program announced on the same day will provide more than $1.2 billion in tax refunds or credits. Specifically, IRS…
Do you own a successful small business with no employees and want to set up a retirement plan? Or do you want to upgrade from a SIMPLE IRA or Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) plan? Consider a solo…
If you’re contemplating selling your manufacturing business, be sure you understand the tax implications. Business structure (as well as the transaction) can impact your tax bill and, therefore, your net proceeds from the sale. Here are some issues to consider.…
The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives have passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The IRA includes significant provisions related to climate change, health care, and taxes. The IRA also addresses the federal budget deficit. According to…
As you’re aware, certain employers are required to report information related to their employees’ health coverage. Does your business have to comply, and if so, what must be done? What Are the Basic Rules? Certain employers with…
The Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors for America Act (CHIPS Act) was recently passed by Congress as part of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. President Biden is expected to sign it into law shortly.…
Does your manufacturing company need to acquire new equipment to meet demand? Fortunately, there’s a tax break that can help: the Section 179 deduction. It allows you to deduct this year the cost of qualifying new or…
These days, most businesses have websites. But surprisingly, the IRS hasn’t issued formal guidance on when website costs can be deducted. Fortunately, established rules that generally apply to the deductibility of business costs provide business taxpayers launching…
Key Tax Breaks for Small and Mid-Size Businesses Your small- or medium-sized business may be eligible for some tax breaks that aren’t available to larger businesses. Here are some examples. 1. QBI deduction For 2018 through 2025,…
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