LWH CPAs

10/09/2026

We had the pleasure of visiting Eastern Illinois University yesterday connecting with students and sharing information about opportunities in the accounting field! It was a great opportunity to meet talented students, talk about their futures, and help introduce them to the possibilities a career in accounting can offer. We’re excited to support the next generation of accounting professionals! 📚💼

10/06/2026

Great connecting with local high schools at the career fair! We enjoy sharing what a career in public accounting looks like and meeting the next generation of future professionals. Thanks to Lake Lake College for having us!

10/05/2026

GET AHEAD OF TAXABLE BENEFITS

October Newsletter part 2 of 5
Welcome to this month's edition of the Tax and Business Alert. Our goal is to provide you with current articles on various tax and business topics. The articles are intended to keep you up to date on trends and issues that may impact your business and personal financial affairs. Please contact us if you have questions about any of the issues discussed.

10/05/2026

TAX CALENDAR

October Newsletter part 1 of 5
Welcome to this month's edition of the Tax and Business Alert. Our goal is to provide you with current articles on various tax and business topics. The articles are intended to keep you up to date on trends and issues that may impact your business and personal financial affairs. Please contact us if you have questions about any of the issues discussed.

Individuals whose personal federal income tax returns for 2025 received an automatic extension must file them no later than today and pay any tax, interest and penalties due. In addition:

09/28/2026

READY YOUR BOOKS FOR TAX SEASON

September Newsletter part 4 of 4
Welcome to this month's edition of the Tax and Business Alert. Our goal is to provide you with current articles on various tax and business topics. The articles are intended to keep you up to date on trends and issues that may impact your business and personal financial affairs. Please contact us if you have questions about any of the issues discussed.

ne of the most common bookkeeping mistakes business owners make is mixing business and personal finances. Addressing this issue before year end can simplify tax preparation, improve the accuracy of your financial records and help reduce the risk of IRS questions.

09/21/2026

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR HSA TAX BENEFITS

September Newsletter part 3 of 4
Welcome to this month's edition of the Tax and Business Alert. Our goal is to provide you with current articles on various tax and business topics. The articles are intended to keep you up to date on trends and issues that may impact your business and personal financial affairs. Please contact us if you have questions about any of the issues discussed.

f you're eligible to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA), consider taking a closer look at your contribution strategy. You may be able to reduce your 2026 taxes while strengthening your long-term financial security. Although many people use HSAs to pay current medical expenses, they can als...

09/17/2026

A great day at the Indiana State University Career Fair!

Megan Faulkner and Megan Lawrence enjoyed meeting students, discussing career opportunities, and sharing what makes a career at LWH CPAs rewarding. We had many great conversations with future accounting professionals and appreciate everyone who took the time to stop by.

If you're looking for an internship or full-time opportunity with a firm that values professional growth, teamwork, and client service, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today: https://www.lwhcpa.com/careers

09/14/2026

4 TAX-SMART INVESTMENT MOVES BEFORE YEAR-END

September Newsletter part 2 of 4
Welcome to this month's edition of the Tax and Business Alert. Our goal is to provide you with current articles on various tax and business topics. The articles are intended to keep you up to date on trends and issues that may impact your business and personal financial affairs. Please contact us if you have questions about any of the issues discussed.

s the end of 2026 approaches, look beyond investment performance and consider how taxes may affect your overall returns. Although tax considerations generally shouldn't drive investment decisions, a year-end portfolio review may identify opportunities to reduce your taxes. Here are four to consider.

09/07/2026

COULD BAD DEBTS LOWER YOUR 2026 TAXES

September Newsletter part 1 of 4
Welcome to this month's edition of the Tax and Business Alert. Our goal is to provide you with current articles on various tax and business topics. The articles are intended to keep you up to date on trends and issues that may impact your business and personal financial affairs. Please contact us if you have questions about any of the issues discussed.

hen customers or others don't pay what they owe your business, you may be able to claim a bad debt deduction to help offset the financial loss. But it isn't automatic. Businesses must satisfy specific federal tax rules and maintain adequate records to support the deduction.

08/31/2026

SINGLE? YOU STILL NEED AN ESTATE PLAN

August Newsletter part 4 of 4
Welcome to this month's edition of the Tax and Business Alert. Our goal is to provide you with current articles on various tax and business topics. The articles are intended to keep you up to date on trends and issues that may impact your business and personal financial affairs. Please contact us if you have questions about any of the issues discussed.

state planning isn't just for married couples or parents. If you're single with no children, an estate plan can help ensure your wishes will be carried out, and important decisions remain in trusted hands. If you don't have one, courts or state law may determine how decisions are made and assets are...