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Thinking out loud on tax, planning, and business.

Practical insights from The Accountancy team on what is changing, why it matters, and the steps you can take next.

August 1, 2026
What Are Capital Gains Taxes? Can I Really Pay 0%?
Capital gains taxes come up any time you sell an investment, a piece of property, or a business interest for more than you paid. Understanding how they work — and how to use the rates strategically — can meaningfully lower your tax bill.
August 1, 2026
How Much Can I Contribute to Retirement?
Retirement contribution limits change almost every year with inflation adjustments, and the "right" plan for you depends heavily on whether you're an employee, self-employed, or a business owner. Here's a general roadmap (always confirm current-year numbers, since limits are indexed annually).
July 23, 2026
How the New Tax Law May Affect You
The federal tax law enacted at the end of 2017 introduced significant changes for individuals, families, and business owners. Some provisions lowered tax rates or expanded available credits, while others reduced or eliminated familiar deductions.
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June 20, 2020
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A Sales-Tax Primer for Pandemic-Affected Businesses
Many businesses have enhanced their online presence as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. These businesses need to be aware of the many challenges associated with collecting sales tax on internet sales. Click through to learn how to transition smoothly to online sales.
June 20, 2020
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Home Office Deductions: A Refresher
Many people think they can take a home office deduction, but that isn't always the case. At-home workers need to pay particular attention to the complex rules. Click through to see who can take this deduction and under what circumstances.
October 2, 2020
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Risk Management for AI: A New Frontier
Artificial intelligence is the way of the future, but the speed of its adoption introduced a particular set of problems. One of those problems overshadows the others: How can a company create an AI framework that allows it to operate legally, ethically and profitably?
December 22, 2020
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IRS Introduces the New Form 1099-NEC
The IRS has introduced a new Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation. It's a sibling to Form 1099-MISC and replaces it for certain purposes.
December 22, 2020
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3 min read
How To Retool: An Overview
Many small businesses have been forced to reimagine their business models to keep doors open and continue serving customers. Switching to online sales and using social media platforms to offer merchandise for sale locally have served retail firms. Gyms and fitness centers not only offer classes online but also have moved out to parks, spreading out onto grass and allowing exercisers to enjoy the open air.
December 22, 2020
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How Are Trusts Taxed?
A trust can be a powerful estate-planning tool, but contrary to popular belief, trusts do not make all taxes disappear. The families who set them up still need to consider tax consequences.
December 22, 2020
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Business Interest Expense: The New Rules
The IRS released the final regulations and other guidance on the limitation on the deduction for business interest expenses under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 that was amended by the CARES Act of 2020.
January 21, 2021
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Tips to Prevent Your Email from Being Hacked
It's not a secret that hackers would like to get into your email so they can have access to data they can monetize. These attempts are made easier because so many people use the same passwords for all of their accounts. As a result, getting into one account is likely to give hackers access to many other accounts.
February 2, 2021
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New 2020 tax provisions that affect businesses
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (the CAA, 2021), signed into law on December 27, 2020, is a further legislative response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
February 2, 2021
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2020 COVID relief bill provisions affecting individual taxpayers
Here is an overview of key provisions in the recent COVID relief legislation that affect individuals. The legislation is the COVID-related Tax Relief Act of 2020 (the "Act" or COVIDTRA) and the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020 (TCDTR), both of which are part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
June 15, 2026
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New Court Ruling May Create Tax Refund Opportunities for Some COVID-Era Penalties
A recent federal court decision may create refund opportunities for taxpayers who paid IRS penalties or interest during the COVID-19 pandemic.
February 8, 2007
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2020 COVID relief bill provisions affecting individual taxpayers
With inflation adjustments and new thresholds taking effect, high earners face a shifting landscape. Here is what you should review before year-end.

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