Tax Strategies for Businesses: Depreciation Changes in the New Tax Law

By Ryan J. McDonell, CPA, MSA, MSLT  The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) includes several depreciation changes that will help small businesses. Here are the changes that you should be aware of: 100% Bonus Depreciation Restored The new law permanently restores 100%...

Tax Planning Update for Individuals – OBBBA for 2025

By Charles R. Kennedy, CPA, MBA Vice President Director of Tax Services After passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the US Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service are clarifying definitions and provisions for the tax-related portions of...

Explore SEPs and SIMPLE Retirement Plans: What’s the difference?

BY Derek McDonough, EA, MST Tax Manager Thinking about setting up a retirement plan for yourself and/or your employees? You may be naturally concerned about the financial commitment and administrative burdens involved. However, there are a couple of options you could...

One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) Signed Into Law

By Ryan J. McDonell, CPA, MSA, MSLT Tax Director Over the Fourth of July weekend, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law. This sweeping reconciliation package addresses a wide range of policy areas, including tax reform, defense...

Understand Your Supply Chain During Tariff Uncertainty

By Kevin J. Bonnett, CPA Vice President & Director There is a lot of concern among manufacturing, distribution and other business clients about tariffs. One of our distribution clients purchases the majority of their product from China and is limited by time and...

Tips for Hiring Independent Contractors

By Ryan J. McDonell, CPA, MSA, MSLT Tax Director Businesses often turn to independent contractors to supplement their workforce when faced with staffing shortages and inflation. While independent contractors can be a valuable resource, businesses should be cautious to...