Among the key pillars of financial management, tax preparation and accounting hold a special place. Tax preparation and accounting are not just administrative tasks; they are the backbone of a small business’s financial health and growth potential.

Have questions about the upcoming tax season? Mary L Reha, EA, founder of Arete Financial Solutions, is talking about the most important changes to be aware of for the 2021 tax filing season.

According to a recent survey, 45% of Americans have a side hustle in addition to their full-time job. In Maricopa County, the formation of businesses rose from 4.7% to 31.9% between 2019-2020. Whether out of necessity or passion, these side jobs will have important tax consequences come April 15.

With all the tax changes in recent years, it’s more important than ever for law firms to be careful with accounting and filing taxes. In my business preparing corporate returns, I often see attorneys make costly errors and miss opportunities because they’re not as vigilant with their finances as they are with their core business. In order to minimize tax liability and audit risk and maximize deductions, law firms of all sizes can benefit from these 10 tips.

For business owners, the end-of-year holiday season is quickly replaced with tax season. And with the IRS pushing the opening filing date forward to Jan. 24, it’s even more important for business owners to have all their financial ducks in a row to file their 2021 return.

For many the end of the year is a whirlwind of shopping, parties, families and fun. But in all the excitement small business owners can’t lose sight of the calendar and the looming last day to make crucial tax moves that could save money.