Charities obviously benefit when you donate cash and property to them. But you can also benefit by securing a tax deduction if you comply with the tax rules. Start by ensuring you’re donating to a qualified charitable organization with tax-exempt status. A tool on the IRS website — the Exempt Organizations Select Check — allows […]
Even during the last two months of the year, you can take steps to reduce your 2025 tax liability. Here are five practical strategies to consider. 1. Use bunching to maximize deductions If your itemized deductions are close to the standard deduction, consider a “bunching” strategy. This means timing certain payments (such as mortgage interest, […]
Holiday season is here once again, and for some workplaces, that means holiday parties. Although the rules for deducting business entertainment expenses changed several years ago, you may still qualify for some holiday party write-offs for this year, possibly even the entire cost. As you plan, understand the rules so you can avoid potentially costly […]
As this year comes to a close, business owners seeking to reduce their taxes for 2025 have more opportunities to do so under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). One such opportunity is first-year bonus depreciation. It had been scheduled to be only 40% for 2025 (60% for certain long-production assets) and to vanish […]
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces a range of tax changes that will impact businesses. Many provisions set to expire this year are now being extended or made permanent. Below is a snapshot of two important changes to help you make the most of tax planning in the fourth quarter of 2025 and […]
Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim certain medical expenses as deductions on your tax return. However, you must itemize deductions, and having enough expenses to qualify can be challenging. Here are five tips to keep in mind: 1. Consider ”bunching” expenses. You can only deduct unreimbursed medical costs that exceed 7.5% of […]