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Worried about an IRS audit? You’re not alone. Most audits are triggered by avoidable mistakes like mixing personal and business expenses, claiming excessive deductions, or filing inconsistent reports.

We’ll show you the top red flags to watch out for and how to avoid them.
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IRS Audit Triggers for Small Businesses in 2025: How to Avoid Red Flags — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants Avoid 2025 IRS audit triggers. Learn the top red flags small businesses face, including misclassified expenses, home office claims, and state filing mistakes.

“Cooler Weather. Hot Pits. Big Gatherings — Let Dickey’s Do the Smoke.”

The sun’s shining but the air’s dropped into the 40s—Plano, it’s time for barbecue that goes from cold snap to crowd snap.

Let us bring the heat while you bring the people. Whether it’s a team meeting, a family gathering, or your annual fall bash — our barbecue catering is built for any size, any appetite.

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✅ Buffet setup, box lunches, customizable sides

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Fall’s showing up — frost and all. But your food plan? Doesn’t have to be frozen. Move fast. Let’s turn today into a feast everyone remembers.

Are you mixing personal and business expenses? Forgetting to reconcile? These mistakes can hurt your business come tax time.
📘 Let’s fix it together: https://www.hilldurnincpas.com/blog/5-bookkeeping-mistakes-that-hurt-small-businesses-at-tax-time

5 Bookkeeping Mistakes That Hurt Small Businesses at Tax Time — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants Bookkeeping isn’t just about compliance. It directly affects your tax position, decision-making, and financial stability. Here are the most costly mistakes we see among Texas small businesses: Mistake 1: Mixing Personal and Business Accounts This makes it nearly impossible to prove deductible exp

Think you don’t owe franchise tax? You might still need to file. Avoid common mistakes and keep your business in good standing.
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Texas Franchise Tax Explained: What Every Small Business Needs to Know — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants Unlike many states, Texas does not impose an individual income tax, but it does levy a franchise tax on most business entities. Misunderstanding your obligations could cost your business fines or cause a loss of good standing. Who Pays and When: Applies to: LLCs, corporations, and limited pa

Are you a seasonal business with heavy Q4 activity? A fiscal year might make more sense. Learn how your year-end affects your tax and budgeting strategy.
https://www.hilldurnincpas.com/blog/fiscal-year-vs-calendar-year-which-is-right-for-your-business

Fiscal Year vs. Calendar Year: Which Is Right for Your Business? — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants While most businesses default to a calendar year, switching to a fiscal year can unlock better cash flow management, tailored budgeting, and tax planning advantages. Understanding the Basics: Calendar Year: January 1 to December 31 Used by default for sole proprietors, single-member LLCs, and

Thinking about switching to an LLC or S-Corp? Here’s the truth: LLC and Corporation are legal structures. S-Corp and C-Corp are tax treatments.

The smarter question: Which legal entity fits your business model, and which tax classification maximizes your income and growth?

Mid-year is the perfect time to review before year-end deadlines.
📘 Read the full guide: https://www.hilldurnincpas.com/blog/llc-vs-inc-which-entity-structure-makes-sense-for-your-growth

LLC vs. Inc: Which Entity Structure Makes Sense for Your Growth? — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants Why Your Legal Setup and Tax Classification Matter More Than You Think Many business owners mistakenly treat “LLC vs. S-corp” as an either/or decision. But in reality, LLC and Corporation (Inc.) are legal structures, not tax outcomes. The real question is: which legal entity best fits your busin...

A $2,200 tax credit per child, and new savings accounts that grow tax-deferred? Yes, please. Learn how to use the latest tax tools to set your family up for success.
📘 Start planning: https://www.hilldurnincpas.com/blog/what-texas-families-need-to-know-about-the-expanded-child-tax-credit-and-trump-accounts

New Child Tax Credit & Trump Accounts Explained (2025) — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants Discover how Texas families can benefit from the 2025 Child Tax Credit increase and new Trump Accounts. Learn rules, limits, and smart planning strategies.

There’s a new $6,000 deduction just for taxpayers age 65 and up. But you need to watch your income to keep it. We’ll show you how.
https://www.hilldurnincpas.com/blog/understanding-the-new-senior-deduction-who-qualifies-and-how-to-maximize-it

Understanding the New Senior Deduction: $6,000 Tax Break for Seniors Explained — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants Learn how the new $6,000 Senior Deduction works, who qualifies, and strategies to maximize it before it expires in 2028. Discover eligibility rules, income phase-outs, and tax planning opportunities for retirees.

Tax time isn’t just April. September 15 is a big deal for business owners. We’ll help you adjust your estimates, optimize payroll, and prep your books.
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Q3 Tax Planning Before Sept 15: Steps to Lower Your Taxes — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants Beat the Sept 15 Q3 deadline. Adjust estimates, update payroll, clean books, and consider prepayments. Texas small businesses: avoid penalties and cut your tax bill.

Did you know tips and overtime pay could now be partially tax-free? That’s just one of several big changes in the new tax bill. Find out what else may lower your tax bill this year.
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Still using QuickBooks Desktop? Time to make a move!

QuickBooks Desktop support officially ended May 31. That means no payroll, no tech support, and no security updates. Yikes.

But don’t panic, we’ve helped plenty of local businesses switch to QuickBooks Online the right way. We’ll handle the setup, training, and support so you can focus on running your business.

Check out our new blog to learn why switching now matters more than ever ➡️ https://www.hilldurnincpas.com/blog/blog-post-one-9knt8

QuickBooks Desktop Is Officially Phased Out. — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants — Hill Durnin Certified Public Accountants QuickBooks Desktop Is Officially Phased Out. Are You Still Using It? Mar 11 Written By Steve Hill As of May 31, 2025, Intuit has officially ended support for QuickBooks Desktop 2022 and all previous versions. That means if you're still relying on it to run your business, you're now operating without...

We’ve got exciting updates to share!

Steve Hill & Associates is now Hill Durnin CPAs. New name, same trusted team serving Plano and North Texas since 1993. Now, with an even sharper focus on owner-first tax and accounting strategies.

And big congrats to Tim Durnin, who just earned his CPA license! Tim’s expertise is already making a difference for our clients, and we’re proud to have him on board as a partner.

Check out our new website for more information: https://www.hilldurnincpas.com/home

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