HM&M Accounting, Audit and Assurance*, & Tax Blog

Tax Tips

Cash and noncash donation deductions in 2026 The new year brings changes that affect how taxpayers think about charitable contributions of all kinds. You may have heard that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act allows ...

Estate planning is for single people, too

Everyone should have an estate plan — including single people with no children. For married couples, the law generally assumes that one spouse will make financial and medical decisions if the other spouse dies or ...

Good News, Bad News: OBBBA affects business interest in more than one way

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law in July 2025, restored the more favorable pre-2022 limit on business interest expense deductions. That’s good news for many businesses, particularly those in capital-intensive industries, ...

Should married couples ever file separate returns?

Most married couples assume they should file joint income tax returns, and, usually, that’s the right choice. But under certain circumstances, filing separate returns may offer benefits. Bear in mind that the differences between married ...

Tax Tips: November, 2025

What could happen if you don’t file your taxes? If you’re required to file a tax return but don’t, the IRS might step in and file one for you. That’s rarely in your favor. This ...

New Law, New AMT Rules: Are You at Risk?

The alternative minimum tax (AMT) resembles the regular federal tax system, but it has a different purpose. It’s intended to ensure that people with certain types of income still pay taxes, even if they otherwise ...

Charitable Giving Under the New Tax Law

As the end of the year approaches, many people begin thinking about philanthropy. While planning your charitable giving, be sure to consider the potential impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into ...

Businesses Should Prepare for Changing IRS Reporting Requirements

Over a certain amount, payments made in the course of a trade or business must be reported to the payees and to the IRS, using a specific form. The recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill ...

Planning for 2025 and the future with the new tax law

Will you be able to benefit from the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law earlier this year? The law makes many tax provisions, which were scheduled to expire at year end, permanent ...

Female,Using,A,Computer,To,Complete,Individual,Income,Tax,Return

2025 Tax Filing Risks, Inheritance Rules & Family Hiring Benefits

What could happen if you don’t file your taxes? If you’re required to file a tax return but don’t, the IRS might step in and file one for you. That’s rarely in your favor. This ...

What the OBBBA means for your business

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which was enacted on July 4, 2025, is filled with favorable tax provisions for businesses. It makes permanent or extends many tax breaks that had already expired or ...

Male,Bookkeeper,Working,With,Financial,Report,In,In,Office.,Man

Businesses: Reduce audit agony by keeping sharp records

If you own a business or are in the process of starting one, it’s essential to maintain accurate records of your income and expenses. This not only ensures you’re capturing every tax deduction you’re entitled ...

Older Entries
Payments Client Portal