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What’s the right entity type for your new business? Two popular options for closely held businesses with multiple owners are LLCs taxed as partnerships and S corporations. Both offer pass-through taxation, meaning tax items pass through to the individual owners and are reported on their personal returns. But they differ in important ways, such as self-employment tax, loss deductions, ownership flexibility and eligibility requirements. Before making your decision, contact us at(404) 459-4064. Taxes play a pivotal role in this decision. We can work with you and your legal advisors to determine the optimal setup for your situation.

If you’re age 50 or older, a great way to enhance your retirement nest egg is to make “catch-up” contributions to your 401(k), 403(b), 457 plan, SIMPLE or IRA. And workers age 60 to 63 can potentially boost their 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan up to 150% of the regular catch-up limit. For 2026, this means an extra contribution of $11,250 ($5,250 for SIMPLEs). Want to make the most of tax-advantaged savings opportunities? Contact us at (404) 459-4064.

Creating a strong pitch deck can turn a good business idea into an attractive investment opportunity. Keep your presentation to investors concise, highlighting your mission, solutions, value proposition, funding needs and growth strategy. Define your target market, revenue model and marketing approach with credible data. And showcase your leadership team’s expertise and achievements. You should also provide reliable financials to support your growth projections. AI tools may help you create a pitch deck, but be sure to personalize content and double-check all numbers. Call us at (404) 459-4064 for help with financial data that can strengthen your overall presentation.

Applying for a business loan can feel like a catch-22. On one side of the desk is the risk-averse lender, who’s willing to loan money only to successful business owners. On the other side is the business owner, who needs the funds to grow and be successful! To avoid this paradox, approach a loan as a partnership rather than a provider-customer interaction. After all, if you were going into business with someone, you’d want to clearly understand their vision for the venture. Contact us at (404) 459-4064 for help effectively presenting your business plan and financials to prospective lenders.

The IRS has expanded its Business Tax Account (BTA), making the self-service platform available to partnerships; tax-exempt organizations; federal, state and local governments; and Indian tribal governments. The BTA is a centralized platform that allows eligible users to manage their federal tax responsibilities online. Among other things, BTA users can view tax balances, make payments and see payment history, access eligible payroll and income transcripts, if eligible, and download select digital notices. The newly eligible entities join sole proprietors, S corporations and C corporations that are already able to access the platform. Call us at (404) 459-4064 to discuss your business’s tax obligations.

There are several benefits to having an estate plan. It can protect your wealth while giving you peace of mind that your assets will be distributed according to your intentions. In addition, it can save taxes, minimize legal complications and family disputes, and reduce expenses for your heirs. Do you have young children? An estate plan is a must so you can name guardians for them in the event of your untimely death. If you’re ready to begin your estate planning journey, or if you’d like us to review your current plan, contact us at (404) 459-4064.

No matter how carefully you run your business, customer disputes will likely happen. You can protect your company’s reputation and strengthen its brand with an effective customer dispute resolution process. Consider including these eight key features: 1) Accessible communication channels, so customers can easily contact you. 2) An efficient timeline that lets customers know what you’re going to do. 3) Empathy and patience on the part of customer-facing staff. 4) Rigorous investigatory techniques. 5) Strong data protection. 6) Proactive follow-ups during investigations. 7) Timely resolution of disputes. 8) Documentation and analysis of incidents so you can continuously improve the process. Call us at (404) 459-4064 to discuss the financial impact of customer disputes.

Roth IRA and Roth 401(k) accounts help you save for retirement with after-tax dollars. Both accounts grow tax-free, and distributions are also tax-free if you meet certain conditions. However, higher earners may be ineligible to contribute to a Roth IRA. Income limits don’t apply to Roth 401(k)s, which also allow higher annual contributions. If you’re unsure where to put your retirement savings, contact us at (404) 459-4064 for more information on the tax considerations.

In general, companies can deduct rent as a business expense on their federal tax return. However, several rules limit this tax break. For example, payments made under a conditional sales contract aren’t deductible as rent. And you can’t deduct “unreasonable” rent. This means it’s higher than market value, such as inflated rent paid to a “related person.” If you pay in advance, you can only deduct rent that applies to your use of the property during the tax year. (You’ll be able to deduct the rest in the year to which the payment applies.) On the other hand, you can usually deduct expenses you’ve paid to cancel a business lease. For help identifying deductible expenses, contact us at (404) 459-4064.

IRS penalties can add up quickly. Fortunately, some taxpayers may qualify for penalty relief. There are three main types of relief: 1) first-time penalty abatement for taxpayers with a strong compliance history, 2) reasonable cause relief for situations such as serious illness or natural disasters, and 3) statutory exceptions. These exceptions generally apply to penalties resulting from erroneous written IRS advice or to taxpayers affected by certain federally declared disasters or involved in military combat-zone operations. If the IRS has assessed a penalty on your account, contact us at (404) 459-4064. We can help determine whether you qualify for penalty relief.