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The Benefits of Being Your Authentic Self While Running Your Business
When I set up my client management system, TaxDome, I had to create an admin account. Instead of using my own name, I decided to have a...

How to Tap in to Your Creativity When Preparing Your Taxes
When you think about preparing taxes, creativity might not be the first word that comes to mind. However, approaching tax season with a...

What Tax Documents Should You Gather for Tax Season?
Tax season can feel overwhelming, but staying organized is the key to a smooth filing process. To help you prepare, here’s a breakdown of...

Balancing the Books and Business
Tips for Time Management That I Use to Manage Being in Law School and Running and Tax Practice Juggling law school and running a business...

Why Filing 1099s Is Essential for Your Business
As a business owner, staying on top of your tax obligations is crucial—not just for compliance but also for maintaining smooth...

Wrapping Up the New Year and Looking Ahead
As we wind down 2024, I have been writing blog posts about year end tax considerations and budgeting. However, tax and finance are only a...

The Benefits of Budgeting: How It Can Improve Your Finances and Your Life
Introduction: Small businesses comprise 99.9% of businesses in the US. In 2024, 47% of those businesses were considered profitable, while...

CPA Con Recap
I’m still just positively buzzing from CPA Con on Tuesday. It was a great opportunity to hear from some truly phenomenal leaders in the...

How to File Your Taxes
Tax season is approaching (already), and filing your taxes can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, there are several ways to file your taxes....

How to Account for Insurance in Different Business Structures
When running a business, understanding how to account for insurance in your taxes is crucial. The way you handle insurance premiums and...

7 Ways to Keep Your Personal and Business Information Secure
In today’s digital age, protecting your personal and business information is more important than ever. Whether you're a small business...

Tax Changes in 2024
With each new year, tax laws evolve, bringing fresh opportunities and challenges for taxpayers. Here are some notable changes for 2024 to...

A Cautionary Tale of Working with Family & Friends
We’re discussing reliance and restitution in my Contracts class this week and almost all of the cases are between family members. This is...

Claiming Illegal Income on Your Taxes: Yes, You Do Have to Do This
When most people think about filing taxes, the idea of claiming illegal income likely doesn’t come to mind. However, it's a critical part...

Why Getting a Large Tax Refund Isn’t the Win You Think It Is
Many people, my parents included, get so excited when they receive a hefty tax refund. They consider it a bonus—extra money that can be...

Legal Ways to Write Off Your Pets as a Tax Deduction
Here at ABA Tax Planning, we love our furry staff members - we even incorporated one of them into our logo! As a result, we attract a lot...

Per Diem vs. Reimbursing Actual Expenses: What’s Best for Your Business?
If your business requires employees to travel, you’ve likely encountered the choice between paying a per diem or reimbursing actual...

Prove Them F*ck!ng Wrong
Growing up my mom would always tell me that when someone made fun of me or was mean to me that they were doing that because they were...

The Importance of Organizing Records and Proper Documentation to Avoid IRS Audits
When tax season rolls around, many individuals and business owners rush to get their returns in order. Amid the hustle, one of the most...

The Chase Bank Check "Glitch"
You may have heard about the recent Chase Bank check fraud “glitch” in which a social media trend encouraged people to write a check for...
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