It’s challenging and expensive to be a parent. The average annual cost of raising a child in the United States is $21,681, after factoring in tax exemptions and credits, according to a 2023 study published by Lending Tree. That’s an...
Read More5 Ways Financial Advisors Can Help Start-Ups Succeed
Every business starts with a “seed” idea that germinates into a fledging business under the right conditions. The decisions that owners make when launching a start-up will impact its financial well-being for years to come. Here are...
Read MoreThe IRS Has Announced Increased Retirement Plan Benefits for 2024
With the 2024 tax year right around the corner, there’s good news coming from the IRS. According to a recent announcement from the tax agency (Notice 2023-75), there will be increases to retirement plan contributions next year due to...
Read More5 Ideas to Help Small Business Owners Reduce Taxes for 2023
As year end approaches, small business owners should review their tax situations to determine ways to lower federal income taxes for the current tax year — and beyond. Fortunately, no significant unfavorable federal tax law changes that would...
Read MoreIRS Orders an Immediate Stop to New Employee Retention Tax Credit Processing
After receiving a deluge of improper Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) claims, the IRS recently announced an immediate moratorium through at least December 31 on processing new claims for the pandemic relief program. The tax agency stated that...
Read MoreSpooky to be Hungry 2023
Spooky to be Hungry 2023 Want to support a great cause? This year The Cleveland Group CPAs is raising awareness for Golden Harvest’s annual Spooky to be Hungry Campaign. This organization is near and dear to our hearts, and we are thankful...
Read MoreWhat Are the Tax Implications of the New Lease Accounting Rules?
Private businesses implemented new lease accounting rules in 2022, resulting in a major shift in how leases are reported for “book” purposes. While the tax rules for leases haven’t changed, the new accounting rules can have...
Read MoreIRS reminder: Make sure to understand recent changes when buying a clean vehicle
IRS reminder: Make sure to understand recent changes when buying a clean vehicle WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service reminded consumers considering an automobile purchase to be sure to understand several recent changes to the new Clean...
Read MoreCrypto: What Taxpayers Need to Know
Cryptocurrencies have gone mainstream. You can now invest in them and use them to buy and sell many products and services. However, crypto transactions have important federal tax implications that may not be well understood by everyone...
Read MoreHandling Student Loan Debt
Starting September 1, 2023, federal student loans will begin accruing interest again. And loan payments will officially restart in October 2023. As part of federal relief measures during the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals with federal student...
Read MoreUpdate on Retirement Account RMDs
If you have a tax-favored retirement account, you generally must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) each year after you reach the “magic” age. If you don’t take RMDs, you’ll be hit with an expensive federal tax...
Read MoreWhat Can You Do to Lower Your 2023 Tax Obligation?
It’s hard to believe that 2023 is already half over. 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...
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