Stop Confusing Your Finances: The Critical Difference Between Accounting & Bookkeeping For many small business owners, the terms bookkeeping and accounting seem interchangeable. Consequently, they use both terms when discussing the daunting task of “doing the books.” However, confusing these two distinct functions is a critical mistake. This error can lead to missed strategic opportunities, financial inefficiency, and unnecessary tax … Read More
Guidance for Tax Year 2025
H.R. 1 – The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: The Internal Revenue Service has announced that, as part of its phased implementation of H.R. 1, there will be no immediate changes to certain information returns or withholding tables for Tax Year 2025. This decision is aimed at providing a smooth tax filing season and allowing the IRS, businesses, and payroll … Read More
Business Entity – Beyond the Basics:
Choosing the right Business Entity LLC, S-Corp, and C-Corp Welcome back to our series on choosing the right business structure. In Part 1, we explored the simplicity of the business entity of a Sole Proprietorships and Partnerships. While these can be great starting points, many businesses in California and New York eventually need a more robust structure that offers liability … Read More
Decoding Business Structures:
A CPA’s Guide for Entrepreneurs Starting a new business is an exhilarating journey, but the path to success is paved with critical decisions. One of the first and most fundamental choices you’ll make is selecting the right legal structure for your company. This decision has a lasting impact on everything from your personal liability to your tax bill. As a … Read More
The Story of Mary T. Washington:
America’s First Black Woman CPA In the bustling city of Chicago during the early 20th century, a young girl named Mary Thelma Morrison grew up with a keen mind for numbers. Born in 1906, Mary was raised by her aunt and uncle after her mother passed away when she was just a child. Despite the challenges of growing up during … Read More
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act Creates Tax-Free Tips & Overtime
Boost Your Bottom Line: How does the One Big Beautiful Bill Act create Tax-Free Tips & Overtime for workers and impact tax prep? The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, provides a federal income tax deduction for a portion of qualified tipped income and qualified overtime pay for tax years 2025 through 2028. … Read More