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2.3.26

2026 Tax Law Changes for Businesses

Here’s a sampling of some significant tax law changes going into effect this year: Increase of the Section 179 expensing limit to $2.56 million and…

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2.3.26

Estate Planning for 2026 and Beyond

Until recently, much tax uncertainty surrounded estate planning. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act doubled the federal gift and estate tax exemption to an inflation-adjusted…

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2.3.26

Unlock Bigger Deductions on Rental Real Estate

Many rental property owners are surprised to learn that federal tax law often restricts their ability to deduct losses, treating most rental activities as passive…

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2.2.26

Increase Your Current Business Deductions Under Tangible Property Safe Harbors

Did your business make repairs to tangible property, such as buildings, equipment or vehicles, in 2025? Such costs may be fully deductible on your 2025…

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1.30.26

Consider the Flexibility of a Self-Directed IRA

You have until April 15, 2026, the tax filing deadline, to make 2025 contributions to an IRA. If you’re seeking more than the traditional mix…

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1.26.26

There’s Still Time To Set up a SEP and Reduce Your 2025 Taxes

If you own a business or are self-employed and haven’t already set up a tax-advantaged retirement plan, consider establishing one before you file your 2025…

Kaitlyn H. Axenfeld, CPA/CFF, CFE
1.20.26

Protecting Your Business From Hidden Risks

When most people think of fraud, they often think, “how was this able to go on for so long undetected?” However, contrary to common belief,…

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1.20.26

Beyond the Fraud Risk Assessment: Managing Nuanced Threats

Annual fraud risk assessments can be very effective in finding obvious fraud threats and documenting internal controls that are in place to minimize them. However,…

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1.20.26

Is Your Business Partnering With Dishonest Vendors?

Almost all (98%) of respondents to a recent survey conducted by Creditsafe expressed concern about being victimized by vendor fraud. Unfortunately, most business owners and…

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1.20.26

When Long-Tenured Employees Commit Fraud

In many occupational fraud incidents, the perpetrator is a long-tenured, well-liked and high-performing employee. In part, that’s because many organizations ignore red flags when employees…