Tips for Tracking Charitable Donations
If you have made or plan to make charitable donations during the remainder of year, please keep good records of all your contributions. Organized records make tax filing easier and…
Types of Major Life Events and How They Can Affect Filing
There are several kinds of major life events that can affect your tax filing requirements, tax benefits and withholding. It could be marriage, welcoming a new child, divorce, or loss…
Is that activity just a hobby or a business?
Many people have hobbies – things they enjoy doing in their spare time – and some even make a little extra money from them. However, there’s a difference between a…
Meals Deduction Changes for 2026 Might Require Employer Action
Changes to the meals deduction that became effective January 1, 2026, might require taxpayers to immediately begin identifying and tracking a separate category of meal costs. The changes are effective…
Homeowners Should Review Any Tax Benefits for Homeownership
The year is nearly half over which makes it a good time to remind homeowners and future homeowners to review their eligibility for any tax deductions, programs and housing allowances….
Crosslin Leaders Named to Forbes List of Best CPAs
We know they are the BEST, but it’s nice when others recognize it, too. Congratulations to our very own John Crosslin, Justin Crosslin, and Jennifer Manternach for being included in…
It’s not too early to start planning for next year: Check withholding now
Even though the tax filing deadline for tax year 2025 passed almost a month ago, it’s not too early to start planning for next filing season, according to IRS Tax…
Beware of Common Tax Scams
Scammers work hard to try to steal money and personal information during tax season and all year long. It is important to remain alert and aware of these common scams to…
Educator expense deduction can help offset out-of-pocket classroom costs
The educator expense deduction lets eligible teachers and administrators deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes. According to the IRS, they can claim this…
Is your side hustle a hobby or a business?
Hobbies and businesses are treated differently when it comes to filing taxes. According to the IRS the biggest difference between the two is that businesses operate to make a profit…