As we continue to head towards the end of the calendar year it’s important to understand what an RMD is and how it may affect you. What is an RMD? RMD’s or Required Minimum Distributions is the minimum amount that the IRS requires you to withdrawal from your retirement account at each age. When are…

Is Your Activity a Hobby or a Business? Understanding the Difference Determining whether an activity qualifies as a business or a hobby can be tricky — and it can have a big impact on tax treatment. The IRS looks closely at intent of profitability to decide which category fits best. Hobby vs. Business — what’s…

As we surge through the final quarter of the year, it’s important to know that your business checking account balance might not be telling the full story. With the holiday season approaching, many businesses face a combination of increased expenses, the decision of whether or not to take final distributions in December, holiday bonuses, and…

The IRS occasionally issues CP2000 notices—known as Automated Underreported Notices. These are sent when there’s a difference between the income, deductions, or credits reported on your tax return and the information the IRS has received from third parties, such as employers or financial institutions. The notice outlines a proposed adjustment and may indicate a change…

As the year begins to wind down, there’s less time available to develop and implement a tax strategy for 2025 before the window of opportunity closes. Initiating these discussions now can impact decisions that can reduce your 2025 tax liability and set you up for a strong start in 2026. Here are just some of…

Effective November 12, the Ohio Department of Taxation is launching significant changes to improve and modernize the way taxes are managed online. The state of Ohio has introduced a much more user-friendly and streamlined experience for taxpayers. Key Change: Online Payments Now Available for Pass-Through EntitiesIf your business is a Partnership or S-Corporation, you may…

The State of Ohio just started writing $15,000 checks for every STEM professional you convince to move here. No catch. No retention requirements. No payback period. First-come, first-served until the money’s gone. Here’s the deal:You get $15,000 per out-of-state STEM hire who relocates to Ohio.Max 15 hires = $225,000 total. You may qualify if:*You’re in…

We wanted to make you aware of a recent alert issued by the Ohio Department of Taxation (ODT) regarding a new text message scam targeting Ohio taxpayers. The scam involves fraudulent text messages claiming that a tax refund request has been approved, prompting recipients to click a link to “finalize processing.” The link directs users…

On Independence Day, President Donald J. Trump signed into law the much anticipated One Big Beautiful Bill, delivering sweeping changes to the tax code with immediate and long-term implications for both individuals and businesses. We’ve broken down the key highlights below to help you understand how these changes might impact your tax planning and financial…

🧭 WHY TARIFFS MATTER NOW Recent trends show tariffs are not just political talking points—they’re financial realities for businesses of all sizes. The latest Vistage CEO Pulse confirms that rising tariffs on Chinese imports and potential trade friction with other countries are creating ripple effects in costs, sourcing, and pricing for SMBs across the U.S. So, how…