Businesses can strengthen their financial positions with careful AP management

Running a successful business calls for constantly balancing the revenue you have coming in with the money you must pay out to remain operational and grow. Regarding that second part, careful accounts payable (AP) management is critical to strengthening your company’s financial position.

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill could change the deductibility of R&E expenses

The treatment of research and experimental (R&E) expenses is a high-stakes topic for U.S. businesses, especially small to midsize companies focused on innovation. As the tax code currently stands, the deductibility of these expenses is limited, leading to financial strain for companies that used to be able to expense them immediately. But proposed legislation dubbed The One, Big, Beautiful Bill could drastically change that. Here’s what you need to know.

What the new tax law could mean for you

As 2025 began, individual taxpayers faced uncertainty with several key provisions of the tax law that were set to expire at the end of the year. That changed on July 4, when President Trump signed the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law. The OBBBA not only makes many TCJA provisions permanent but also introduces several new benefits — although some other tax breaks have been removed. Below is a summary of eight areas with changes that may impact you and your family.

Safe harbor 401(k)s offer businesses a simpler route to a retirement plan

When many small to midsize businesses are ready to sponsor a qualified retirement plan, they encounter a common obstacle: complex administrative requirements. As a business owner, you no doubt already have a lot on your plate. Do you really want to deal with, say, IRS-mandated testing that could cause considerable hassles and expense?

5 tax breaks on the table: What business owners should know about the latest proposals

A bill in Congress — dubbed The One, Big, Beautiful Bill — could significantly reshape several federal business tax breaks. While the proposed legislation is still under debate, it’s already sparking attention across business communities.

Understanding spousal IRAs: A smart retirement strategy for couples

Retirement planning is essential for all families, but it can be especially critical for couples where one spouse earns little to no income. In such cases, a spousal IRA can be an effective and often overlooked tool to help build retirement savings for both partners — even if only one spouse is employed. It’s worth taking a closer look at how these accounts work and what the contribution limits are.

Handle with care: Upgrading your company’s accounting software

What’s the most important type of software for your business? Your first thought may be whatever system you rely on most to produce or sell your company’s products or services. And that may well be true.

However, more than likely, your accounting software comes in a close second. After all, this technological tool tracks every financial transaction related to your business. It needs to be secure, up to date, and appropriate for your company’s size and needs.

Planning a summer business trip? Turn travel into tax deductions

If you or your employees are heading out of town for business this summer, it’s important to understand what travel expenses can be deducted under current tax law. To qualify, the travel must be necessary for your business and require an overnight stay within the United States.

Milestone moments: How age affects certain tax provisions

They say age is just a number — but in the world of tax law, it’s much more than that. As you move through your life, the IRS treats you differently because key tax rules kick in at specific ages. Here are some important age-related tax milestones for you and loved ones to keep in mind as the years fly by.