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Does your business receive large amounts of cash or cash equivalents? If so, you’re generally required to report these transactions to the IRS — and not just on your tax return. Here are some answers to questions you may have.

Changes in federal tax provisions and funding stemming from the recently passed reconciliation tax bill, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), are expected to significantly impact the healthcare industry. Going forward, organizations need to consider the near- and long-term effects of the OBBBA, including Medicaid funding cuts that impact patient populations and reimbursement, altered tax provisions that could influence financial planning, and increased compliance needs stemming from heightened regulatory scrutiny of fraud and abuse.

You shouldn’t rely on gut instinct when making major business decisions, such as launching a new product line, investing in new equipment, or changing your pricing structure. Projecting the financial implications of your decision (or among competing alternatives) can help you determine the right course of action — and potentially persuade investors or lenders to finance your plans. One intuitive tool to consider for these applications is breakeven analysis.

Do you and your spouse together operate a profitable unincorporated small business? If so, you face some challenging tax issues.

As a payroll company, we recognize the importance of managing employee expense reimbursements accurately, ensuring both compliance and clarity. One area that often causes confusion for employers and employees alike is distinguishing between nontaxable and taxable income when it comes to reimbursed expenses. In this article, we’ll explain what employee expense reimbursements are, the difference between taxable and nontaxable reimbursements, and how businesses should handle them.

Divorce is stressful under any circumstances, but for business owners, the process can be even more complicated. Your business ownership interest is often one of your largest personal assets, and in many cases, part or all of it will be considered marital property. Understanding the tax rules that apply to asset division can help you avoid costly surprises.

Today, many organizations rely on cloud-based tools to store and manage data. However, the costs to set up cloud computing services can be significant, and many business owners are unsure whether the implementation costs must be immediately expensed or capitalized. Changes made in recent years provide some much-needed clarity to the rules.

For many businesses, accounts receivable (AR) is one of the largest assets on the balance sheet. It represents the cash you’ve earned but haven’t yet collected. Efficient AR management is critical for maintaining healthy cash flow, reducing bad debt, and fueling growth. But a key question often goes unasked: How do your company’s receivables compare to others in your industry? This is where benchmarking comes in.

One of the most critical decisions entrepreneurs make when starting or restructuring a business is choosing the right entity type. This choice directly impacts how the business is taxed, the level of administrative complexity, and regulatory compliance obligations. While legal liability considerations also matter, we will focus on tax implications. For liability advice, consult a legal professional.

As year-end approaches, many businesses will soon be preparing for their annual audits. One key consideration is ensuring there are no potential conflicts of interest that could compromise the integrity of your company’s financial statements. A conflict of interest can cloud an auditor’s judgment and undermine their objectivity. Vigilance in spotting these conflicts is essential to maintain the transparency and reliability of your financial reports.