As a bookkeeper at an accounting firm, I’ve seen firsthand how a well-structured budget can transform financial outcomes—and how chaotic things can become without one. Whether managing your finances or guiding your business toward growth, a solid budgeting strategy can be the cornerstone of success. Here are the budgeting tips I regularly share with clients […]
Kentucky Tax Deadline Extended to November 3
New deadline: November 3, 2025 Due to the severe storms, flooding, and landslides in February 2025, the new tax deadline for ALL Kentucky Residents for the 2024 Federal and Kentucky State returns is November 3, 2025. Federal and Kentucky Individual income tax returnsThe usual April 15, 2025, deadline for 2024 individual tax returns is now […]
Navigating the Diverse World of Business Structures
Over my career, I’ve had the opportunity and pleasure of working with hundreds of businesses. What is no surprise is that no two businesses are the same. When our firm discusses with owners about their business and its unique needs, we often discuss the business structure to make sure that it is set up for […]
U.S. DOL Releases New Overtime Rule – Effective 7/1/2024
On April 23, 2024, the Department of Labor announced its new overtime rule, “Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees.” Effective July 1, 2024, an executive, professional, or administrative employee must receive a salary equivalent to $43,888 per year in order to be classified as exempt. This income […]
Countdown to College
“For many people, college sets the stage for life. Making sure your children have options when it comes to choosing a university can help shape their future. Work with them today to make goals and develop habits that will help ensure their success.” As a parent, you of course want to give your child the […]
Is It Time – When to Exit Your Business?
Have you been thinking about sitting on a beach in Cabo, or playing golf at Whistling Straits, or spending more time with family. Maybe all three. You invested substantial financial resources, including time away from your family building your business. Is it time to take that next step? Is it time to EXIT? Your family-owned […]
Help Wanted
It’s a challenging time to be an employer. It’s a challenging time to be an employer. That’s not a typo. That’s me anticipating all of you who just thought, ”You can say that again.” Here are some tips for small business owners who are facing these challenges:
Scammer Alert: Employers Beware!
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) was intended to help ease the burden on businesses during the Covid-19 Pandemic. The credit allows employers to claim a refund on qualified wages paid to their employees. Unfortunately, scammers have used this credit as an opportunity to convince employers that they qualify for the credit, when in reality, they […]
Client Success Story: VSWC Architects
VSWC Architects Inc. is an industry-leading design firm specializing in architecture, master planning and interior design for a variety of public and private sector clients. With a 70-year history, they have successfully created hundreds of client relationships and have maintained an increasingly enviable project portfolio. Their clients include Coney Island, Community First Solutions, Hocking College, […]
Secure 2.0 Act of 2022 Key Takeaways
The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 was signed into law on December 29, 2022. The law builds on and expands the SECURE Act of 2019 and it expands coverage, increases retirement savings and simplifies retirement plan rules. Some of the key provisions of the Act include: EFFECTIVE DATE DECEMBER 29, 2022 Optional Treatment of Employer […]