Seniors, Tip Earners, Car Loan Payers — This Tax Update’s for You

Certain taxpayers will claim deductions made available by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on a new tax form. These include new deductions for seniors, those who earn tips or overtime, and taxpayers who pay eligible interest on car loans. The IRS has released a draft of the new Schedule 1-A, Additional Deductions (https://bit.ly/4nkYaZ1). It’s […]

Divorcing as a business owner? Don’t let taxes derail your settlement

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 […]

Fed Lowers Benchmark Rate Amid Cooling Labor Market

For the first time this year, the Federal Reserve has approved an interest rate cut. The Fed opted for a quarter-point reduction to the central bank’s benchmark rate. The rate range is now set at 4% to 4.25%. According to Fed Chair Jerome Powell, one reason for the reduction is that “the labor market is […]