Entries by IslerNW

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Cash Flow Hacks for Subscription-Based Revenue Models: A Guide for Niche SMBs

If you’re running a subscription-based business, you’re in the game of recurring revenue—a model full of potential for steady income but also some unique challenges. The lifeblood of your business is cash flow, and keeping it steady can make or break your success. To help you master your subscription-based revenue, let’s dive into practical ways […]

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Holiday Gifts That Offer Tax Benefits for You and Your Loved Ones

Article Highlights: Educational Gifts: A Gift for the Future Retirement Contributions: A Gift with Long-Term Benefits Gifts to Spouses: Supporting Self-Employment Gifts to Spouses: Qualifying Clean Vehicle Employee Gifts: Navigating Tax Implications Understanding the Annual Gift Tax Exclusion Summary The holiday season is a time of giving, and while the joy of gifting is often […]

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How Qualified Small Business Stock Can Maximize Your Investment Returns

Article Highlights:  Gain Exclusion Benefits of Sec 1202 QSBS Qualifications for Sec 1202 QSBS Limitations of Sec 1202 QSBS Holding Period Requirements Determining the 5-Year Holding Period Investor Exclusion Limits Rollover Possibilities Active Business Requirement AMT Ramifications Application to Pass-Through Entities Making the Election Example of Sec 1202 QSBS Benefits The Internal Revenue Code (IRC) […]

Maximizing Your Retirement Savings: Strategies for Late Starters

As a baby boomer, you may find yourself approaching retirement with less savings than you’d hoped. Whether due to economic fluctuations, personal circumstances, or simply the demands of life, many late starters face this challenge. However, it’s never too late to take action. Here are effective strategies to maximize your retirement savings and catch up […]

IRS Provides Relief for Hurricane Helene Victims

Article Highlights: Hurricane Helene Affected States. Who Qualifies for Relief. Filing and Payment Relief Relief Start Dates. Relief Period Ending Date. IRS Address of Record Address Outside the Disaster Area Additional Tax Relief Qualified Disaster Relief Payments The Internal Revenue Service has announced disaster tax relief for all individuals and businesses affected by Hurricane Helene, […]

Managing Contractor Payments and 1099s the Easy Way with QuickBooks Online

The surge in self-employment and small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic led to millions of new entrepreneurs, many of whom had to quickly learn how to manage their finances, especially when it came to taxes and compensation. Now, nearly half a decade later, business owners in nearly all industries have discovered the benefits of working […]

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Important October 2024 Due Dates

October 2024 Individual Due Dates October 10 – Report Tips to Employer If you are an employee who works for tips and received more than $20 in tips during September, you are required to report them to your employer on IRS Form 4070 no later than October 10. Your employer is required to withhold FICA […]