Taxes

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Q2 Estimated Tax Deadline: What Small Business Owners Need to Know Before June 16 

By John Roberts / June 5, 2025

If you run a small business or work independently, staying on top of tax deadlines is crucial. The Q2 estimated tax payment deadline is June 16, 2025. Missing it could result in unexpected penalties and interest, even if you’re expecting a refund when you file your return.  Whether you’re a contractor, real estate professional, or…

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Mid-Year Small Business Owner Tax Tips – Strategies Used by Millionaires 

By John Roberts / May 29, 2025

The changes in tax guidelines at both the federal and state levels in 2025 bring new complexities, as well as opportunities, for small business owners to reduce their tax liabilities and improve cash flow.   Federal Tax Changes to Know in 2025  Expiring QBI Deductions  Qualified Business Income (QBI) has helped small business owners save significantly…

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Big Beautiful Bill 2025: Overview of Proposed Tax, Spending, and Policy Changes 

By John Roberts / May 22, 2025

The “Big Beautiful Bill” (BBB) of 2025 is a sweeping Republican legislative proposal to extend and expand the 2017 Trump tax cuts and implement major spending changes. It combines permanent tax cuts (making many Tax Cuts and Jobs Act [TCJA] provisions permanent) with new tax breaks and offsets that include spending cuts and policy rollbacks.  …

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How to Maximize Tax Savings Under the Short-Term Rental Loophole?  

By John Roberts / May 14, 2025

As the warmer months are set to roll in, so is the peak short-term rental season. That means, if you own an Airbnb, VRBO, or other vacation rental property, now’s the perfect time to revisit your tax strategy and make sure you’re taking full advantage of the short-term rental tax loophole.   

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Never Miss a Tax Deadline: Key Dates & Expert Advice from Baton Rouge Tax Accountants

By John Roberts / March 21, 2025

Running a small business in Baton Rouge means you’re constantly juggling a million things—managing clients, handling inventory, keeping employees happy, and maybe even remembering to grab lunch. With so much on your plate, tax deadlines probably aren’t at the top of your to-do list—but missing them can lead to unnecessary stress and costly penalties. That’s…

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Get Your Small Business Tax Ready: 5 Steps to Stay Ahead & Stay Cool 

By John Roberts / January 31, 2025

Let’s be real for a minute.   Tax season is nobody’s favorite time of year. It can feel like an anxiety marathon, especially if you’re a small business owner.  Here’s the reality: If you’re not prepared, filing your taxes will be chaotic and exhausting. But, what if you had a game plan to get you on…

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Top 8 Ways a Tax Advisor Can Help Your Small Business: Avoid Headaches, Save Money

By John Roberts / August 30, 2024

Is it time to hire a tax advisor for your small business? “I don’t need a tax plan – I’ll just knock it out at the end of the year.”  Alex is a Baton Rouge native who runs her own dental practice. Last year, Alex put off her tax planning until the end of Q4,…

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