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Beware the Social Security benefits stealth tax

Mar 13, 2024

Many retirees are surprised to find out that some of their Social Security benefits are hit with federal income tax. Don’t be one of them.

Maximize the QBI deduction before it’s gone

Mar 11, 2024

The qualified business income (QBI) deduction is scheduled to disappear after 2025. Congress could extend it, but don’t count on it. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of it while you can.

DOJ rules on contractor/employee classification

Mar 6, 2024

The deadline to comply with a new U.S. Department of Labor rule regarding worker classification is March 11.

Maximize potential tax benefits of the research credit

Mar 5, 2024

Even if your startup business has little or no income tax liability, you may be eligible for a payroll tax credit election for increasing research activities. This tax break got better under the Inflation Reduction Act.

5 key tax considerations for industrial M&A deals

Feb 27, 2024

As the manufacturing landscape continues to evolve and globalization continues to shift, many industrial businesses are assessing how mergers and acquisitions (M&A) will fit into their strategy.

What to know before launching a sole proprietorship

Feb 26, 2024

Many new ventures start out as sole proprietorships. Here are nine considerations if you’re operating a business that way.

7 signs you’re at risk of a false ERC claim

Feb 18, 2024

Many employers who sought the employee retention credit aren’t even aware that they’re at risk of penalties and steep fines for making fraudulent claims. The IRS says these signs might help.

The marriage dilemma: File jointly or separately?

Feb 9, 2024

Is it better for a married couple to file a joint tax return or file separately? The answer: It depends.

Perks and pitfalls of new emergency savings accounts

Jan 26, 2024

There’s a new benefit plan that businesses can offer as an employee perk: pension-linked emergency savings accounts. Here’s how they work.

"We saved one client $700,000 using R&D credits — credits that the company’s previous CPA told them they were not eligble to claim. We stay on top of the latest tax laws to help clients reduce their taxes.”

Mark Patterson, KraftCPAs Tax Services

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