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Starting A Business? How Expenses Will Be Treated on Your Tax Return

If you're starting or planning to launch a new business, there are some rules to keep in mind. The way you handle some of your initial expenses can make a large difference in your federal tax bill.

That Email or Text from the IRS: It's A Scam!

Criminals keep coming up with new ways to try and steal information from taxpayers. Here are a few of their scams and how you can avoid them.

Amanda Dieter Joins Brinker Simpson & Company, LLC

Brinker Simpson & Company is pleased to welcome Amanda Dieter to our team of professionals. Amanda joins the Firm as a full-time administrative assistant on our Client Services team.

Why Some Small Businesses Are Switching to Tax-Basis Reporting

Are you fed up with all the recent accounting rule changes? For many private companies, the new lease standard that went into effect in 2022 was the last straw. Here's an alternative reporting framework to consider.

The Best Way to Survive an IRS Audit Is to Prepare

Don't panic if you get a letter from the IRS telling you your tax return is being audited. In many cases, the IRS completes audits after receiving requested documentation. Here are the latest IRS statistics, as well as some tips on how to help survive an audit.

IRS Sends Out Examination Letters About ERC Claims: What You Should Know

As they’ve promised, the IRS is stepping up enforcement of ERC claims and sending out examination letters to companies who claimed ERC credits in 2020 and 2021. Wondering what information the IRS is looking for if your company is selected for examination? We have the details here.

Individuals Who Travel for Business May Be Eligible for Tax Deductions

"Business Travelers", as defined by the IRS, may be eligible for tax deductions.

Tax Concerns for Self-Employed Individuals

Whether you’re considering self-employment or you’re already there full-time, here are the most significant tax challenges to remember.

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