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Important: Paper Tax Refund Checks Are Ending – What You Need to Know

Christine Gervais October 12, 2025

The End of IRS Paper Checks Effective September 30, 2025, the IRS and other federal agencies stopped issuing paper checks for most payments, including tax refunds. This change was mandated…

What the IRS Shutdown Means Your Small Business Needs the Right Tax Preparer More Than Ever

Christine Gervais October 12, 2025

The IRS furloughed nearly half its workforce on October 8, and the agency has shut down most taxpayer services indefinitely. If you have an extended return due this week on…

Important Changes Coming for Tips and Overtime: What Your Business Needs to Know

Christine Gervais September 17, 2025

Recent legislation has created new deductions for tips and overtime pay, and there are steps you should take now to ensure compliance and help your employees maximize these benefits. New…

The R&D Tax Credit

Christine Gervais September 17, 2025

A Hidden Gold Mine for Small Manufacturers and Product-Based Businesses You might be doing more “research and development” than you think – and missing out on valuable tax savings If…

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Should Your Business Be a C Corporation?

Christine Gervais August 24, 2025

New Tax Law Changes Could Save You Thousands If you’ve been told that C corporations are always bad for small businesses because of “double taxation,” it’s time to reconsider. Recent…

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What Most Accountants Miss About Restaurant Accounting (And Why It’s Costing You Money)

Andrew Gervais August 8, 2025

Not Every Accountant is a Restaurant Accountant Running a restaurant is unlike any other business, which means restaurant accounting is not the same as other business models. The margins are…

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Maximize Your Tax Savings While Building Employee Benefits: A Guide to Retirement Plan Strategies

Christine Gervais August 7, 2025

The Tax Advantages You Can’t Afford to Miss When you establish a retirement plan for your business, you’re not just offering a valuable employee benefit—you’re creating substantial tax deductions. Here’s…

The 471(c) Cannabis Tax Strategy: Why This “Silver Bullet” Could Backfire

Christine Gervais August 7, 2025

Cannabis businesses are constantly searching for relief from Section 280E’s crushing tax burden. With effective tax rates that can exceed 70%, it’s no wonder that any promised solution gains quick…

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Major Tax Changes Are Here: What Small Business Owners Need to Know Now

Christine Gervais July 5, 2025

Trump Signs Historical Tax Bill on July 4th President Trump signed sweeping tax legislation into law on July 4th, and the changes affect your business immediately. If you’re a contractor,…

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