Four Midyear 2023 Tax Planning Tips for Small Business Owners
Mid-July isn’t just for barbeques and baseball. It’s also a good time to think about ways to cut your 2023 business tax bill. Here are four planning ideas for small business owners to consider, assuming there won’t be any changes to current federal tax laws at least through 2024. 1. Establish a Tax-Favored Retirement Plan…
Six Ideas for Lowering Your Personal 2023 Taxes
Although summer is a time for vacations and relaxing in the backyard, you can’t afford to take a break from managing your tax bill. Now is a good time to think about proactive moves that could cut your 2023 tax liability. Here are six ideas for individual taxpayers to consider, assuming the current federal tax…
Risk Management: 8 Ways to Reduce Business Insurance Costs
How much money is your business spending on insurance products? Insurance is often a major business expense, and it can be a lifesaver when the unexpected happens. However, higher spending doesn’t necessarily equate to better coverage. Rather than focusing on just the price, it’s important to match insurance products and coverage levels with your business’s…
Ryan Ham, CPA, Joins GRF CPAs & Advisors as Partner in Tax Services
July 10, 2023, Bethesda MD – GRF CPAs & Advisors (GRF), an Inside Public Accounting Top 125 Public Accounting Firm and Accounting Today Regional Leader, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Ham, CPA, as a Partner in the Tax Division. With more than 18 years of experience in providing tax advisory services to…
Ins and Outs of Private Foundations
The term “501(c)(3) organization” — which refers to the Internal Revenue Code section governing not-for-profit entities — often is used interchangeably with “public charity.” But not all 501(c)(3) organizations are public charities. Some are private foundations, and they’re subject to different tax rules. Individual and Family Charity A private foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization created…
Current Sales & Use Tax Compliance Troubles and How to Manage Them
Are you subject to the new rules for charging and paying state sales taxes and unsure whether you’re up-to-speed? If complex sales tax regulations leave you scratching your head, you’re not alone. As of 2023, there are over 12,000 state and local tax jurisdictions, each with their own set of regulations that can change quickly….
Top 5 Tax Tips for Small Business Owners
By Jennifer Galstad-Lee, Senior Manager, Tax Services Small business owners have double-duty during tax season – preparing and filing their own taxes as well as taxes for their small business. With so many demands on their time already, tax season can be cause for dread, but advance planning and organization can make life a little…
How to Get Started with Estate Planning
How to Get Started with Estate Planning Estate planning isn’t just for the rich and famous. You may have family heirlooms (such as jewelry or artwork) or real property that has sentimental value to certain family members. Wills and trusts can help ensure that your estate is divided up in the way you intended. Here…
How Long Should You Retain Tax Returns?
Three years is the general rule to retain tax records, including the paper and electronic records that support your tax return like receipts, bank and investment account statements, K-1s, W-2s, and 1099s. But don’t be hasty: failure to keep a paper trail for the information provided on your returns could lead to problems if you’re…