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3 days ago
4 min

Three Tax Considerations of 2020

In March of 2020, the U.S. federal government signed into law The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. We now refer to it a...

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Bryan Dang

Oct 29
2 min

Productivity Hacks

As we continue during these troubling times, many will find being productive hard. Adjusting to your new schedule, working from home, end...

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Justin Carr

Oct 29
2 min

Beware of IRS Scams

1. Phishing: Taxpayers should be alert to potential fake emails or websites looking to steal personal information. The IRS will never ini...

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David Hilliard

Oct 28
3 min

Does a Landlord Have to File Form 1099?

In the case of rental real estate, one of the most known and avoided aspects of tax law is the requirement to file 1099-MISC to report incom

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Your Tax Advisor is Best Friend Now More Than Tax Season

Scott Grandfield

Sep 2
2 min

Your Tax Advisor is Best Friend Now More Than Tax Season

There are many of you out there who believe that come tax season, one of your best friends is your tax preparer. The reality is while thi...

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5 Potential Pitfalls of not taking RMD's in 2020

Richard Sanchez _GTBS

Aug 27
3 min

5 Potential Pitfalls of not taking RMD's in 2020

With the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and tax law changes, what unforeseen financial and tax challenges are we headed for?

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SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES DURING COVID-19

Aaron McLennan, EA

Aug 26
3 min

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES DURING COVID-19

During this pandemic, we are bombarded with bad news as it comes to unemployment record highs, business closures, and the major economic imp

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David Hilliard

Aug 25
3 min

Tax Planning for 2020

In general, every tax plan starts with something called AGI, or Adjusted Gross Income. This is the pebble in the pond.

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What to Do When You Receive Unemployment Benefits

Bryan Dang

Aug 25
2 min

What to Do When You Receive Unemployment Benefits

If you do end up paying too much in taxes, you will be able to get a refund once you file your tax return.

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Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act

Aaron McLennan, EA

Aug 3
2 min

Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act

If your business applied or is planning to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, we want to share some good news with you. ...

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David Hilliard

Jul 31
2 min

Taxes after the death of a spouse.

The death of a spouse is very traumatizing for the surviving spouse and the last thing someone wants to deal with is how their taxes are aff

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Scott Grandfield

Jun 18
2 min

Caring about the CARES Act

Well, much has changed since the last time we've talked. With any luck and perhaps some medical and divine intervention, we'll be well on...

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Bryan Dang

Jun 17
2 min

Can I claim ______ as my dependent?

Claiming a dependent on your tax return could possibly save you thousands yet many are confused about what and who qualifies as a depende...

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Aaron McLennan, EA

Jun 6
1 min

Fun with PPP

The Payroll Protection Program has been a hot topic amongst small businesses over the past month. Our team has fielded many questions re...

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To RMD or not to RMD, that is the question.

Richard Sanchez _GTBS

May 12
2 min

To RMD or not to RMD, that is the question.

Well folks, just when we thought we had seen all the changes to the required minimum distribution (RMD) with the ratification of the S.E....

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David Hilliard

Mar 25
6 min

IRS Deadline and Payment Relief

Covid-19 has forced change onto all of us this spring. Many of us have been forced to stay at home which has caused a disruption in how w...

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Federal Tax Payments and the Covid-19 Pandemic

David Hilliard

Mar 19
1 min

Federal Tax Payments and the Covid-19 Pandemic

The past week has been full of conflicting news stories regarding the upcoming tax deadline.

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David Hilliard

Mar 19
3 min

A Message From Scott Grandfield

During this time of year we are usually asked, “so are you busy?” With a light laugh we answer yes and continue sprinting through our day.

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