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When we’re not addressing clients’ needs for business and financial advisory, assurance or tax matters, we’re researching, learning and thinking about related subjects. Check out some of our thinking on a broad variety of topics that may impact your organization. And if you’d like to learn more about any of these topics, we’re always happy to talk.
Overview of the Latest Cost of Living Updates for 2024
Each year, the IRS, Social Security Administration, and other federal agencies adjust policies to account for inflation. These adjustments are called Cost of Living Adjustments, or COLA. While more changes continue to be set in motion, here is a brief overview of the main cost of living adjustments for 2024 so far.
Latest IRS Updates to the 1099-K Reporting Threshold for Businesses
The IRS recently announced several significant changes to the 1099-K reporting threshold for the 2023 and 2024 tax years. Here is a breakdown of the latest updates to the 1099-K reporting threshold and what they mean for businesses.
Extended & Increased: A Breakdown of the Latest Changes to Solar Energy Tax Credits
The federal solar energy credit is a tax credit that can be claimed on federal income taxes for both individuals and corporations. The credit was recently extended and increased starting FY2023. Here is a breakdown of the latest changes.
What Businesses Need to Know About the MarylandSaves Program
In September 2022, Maryland introduced the MarylandSaves program, which is designed to help businesses comply with both federal and state laws mandating that employers offer retirement savings for employees. Here’s what business owners need to know about this program, even if you already offer a retirement plan for employees.
Two New Bills Propose Tax Changes
The House and Senate announced two proposed bills earlier this summer. The bills include tax changes to revive the child tax credit and increase the standard deduction.
VA Passes PTE Tax Election: What to Know
Starting this year, business owners of pass-through entities (PTEs) in the state can be taxed at the entity level, at a rate of 5.75 percent.
IRS Increases Retirement Contribution Limits in Response to Inflation
On October 21, 2022, the IRS raised contribution limits for 401(k), IRA, and most 403(b) and 457 plans for 2023. Here are the retirement contribution limits for 2023.
Student Loan Forgiveness: How the New Measures Impact Individuals with Student Loans
On August 24, 2022, the Biden Administration and the U.S. Department of Education announced the student debt reform plan with student loan forgiveness measures. The plan has already been enacted, and borrowers could see forgiveness measures beginning in early October 2022.
The Student Debt Relief Plan: A Breakdown of the Coming Changes for Americans with Federal Student Loans
On August 24, 2022, the Biden Administration and the U.S. Department of Education announced the Student Debt Relief Plan. This is a multi-part plan to help Americans with federal student loans. The new plan includes some student loan forgiveness options and adjustments to current repayment measures.
The Inflation Reduction Act Signed into Law: How It Affects Taxes for Businesses
On Sunday, Aug 7, 2022, the Senate passed a $750 billion health care, tax, and climate bill called the Inflation Reduction Act. The bill outlines changes that could have tax implications, specifically for businesses. The bill still has to clear the House of Representatives before it is set in motion. Here is a breakdown of the bill’s tax implications if it is passed and signed into law.
