THe ROAD to Housing Act

On March 12, the U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. Among provisions intended to boost housing availability and affordability is one that would raise the public welfare investment cap from 15% to 20%. The cap dictates how much of a bank’s risk-adjusted capital can be invested in low-income housing projects. […]

IRS issues tip summarizing education credit and deductions

To offset the high costs of continuing education, the federal tax code offers eligible taxpayers several tax benefits, including credits and deductions. The IRS has issued a handy Tax Tip that summarizes a variety of education-related tax relief, beginning with two tax credits: the American Opportunity Tax Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit. The Tax […]

IRS updates Withholding Estimator

The IRS has updated its Tax Withholding Estimator (https://bit.ly/3VjGqR1 ) to reflect changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This free online tool helps taxpayers calculate the correct amount of federal income tax to withhold from their paychecks or other payments, such as those from pensions, to avoid unexpected tax bills. The calculator […]

How auditors evaluate accounting estimates

Financial statements aren’t built solely on fixed numbers and historical facts. Many reported amounts rely on accounting estimates — management’s best judgments about uncertain future outcomes. Estimates are inherently subjective and can significantly affect reported results. How do external auditors evaluate whether amounts reported on financial statements seem reasonable? Understanding management’s assumptions and data External […]

Did you receive a notice from the IRS?

Received an IRS letter or notice after filing your tax return? Don’t panic, but don’t ignore it. The IRS often sends letters or notices to request information, notify a taxpayer of changes, verify a taxpayer’s identity or seek payment. If action is needed, follow the instructions and respond by the specified due date. If a […]

Direct Deposit your refund

To avoid tax refund delays, be sure to include your bank account and routing numbers on your tax return. The IRS is moving away from paper checks, and approximately 830,000 taxpayers are experiencing refund delays after filing without direct deposit information. The IRS has already sent 530,000 notices, with another 300,000 expected, to those who […]

Two ways to reduce debt: Avalanche vs. snowball

What’s my filing date if I’m on active duty?

Military members living in the United States or Puerto Rico have a 2025 tax filing deadline of April 15. For those on active duty outside the United States or Puerto Rico, the IRS generally allows a two-month filing extension (to June 15) without requesting one. Even with the extension, interest will apply to any 2025 […]

Show your love with a tax-exempt gift

What to look for on your balance sheet — and how to strengthen it

The balance sheet shows your company’s financial condition — its assets vs. liabilities — at a specific point in time. However, the balance sheet is more than a static report. It can also serve as a diagnostic tool for managers and other stakeholders to analyze historical performance and plan for future growth. Taking your balance […]