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Reminder – Income from Short-Term Rentals is Taxable in Arizona
Many property owners in Arizona offer short-term residential rentals–lodging rental stays for less than 30 days—especially in the winter. Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds property owners that the income…
January 2024 Newsletter
Click through for important information to take advantage of this credit and support qualified local organizations.
Less Than Two Weeks to Renew Transaction Privilege Tax License
You have likely received notices from Arizona Department of Revenue and the City of Tucson that it is time to renew your TPT license. License renewals apply and are valid…
IRS Changes Mileage Rates for New Year
According to an IRS statement, starting in 2024, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be: 67 cents per mile…
Year-End Tax Readiness: A Checklist for Businesses
Now is a good time to begin preparing to file your business taxes for 2023. Accurate and organized financial statements will make that process easier and help ensure you optimize deductions.…
Arizona Tax Credits for Individuals – 2023
The 2023 Arizona Tax Credit programs for individuals allow you to make a positive charitable impact while receiving a credit that reduces your Arizona income tax liability dollar for dollar.…
Budgeting For Small Businesses
In this first in a series of three articles, we share information for small business owners about budgeting and how the right platform can help. R&A CPAs recommends QuickBooks Online…
Arizona One-Time General Welfare Rebate
The Arizona Department of Revenue (DOR) will be issuing a one-time individual income tax general welfare rebate, entitled the Arizona Families Tax Rebate to Arizona taxpayers who meet the following…
IRS Announces 401(k) and IRA Limits for New Year
The Internal Revenue Service has announced that the amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2024 has increased to $23,000, up from $22,500 for 2023. That’s just the…
December 2023 Newsletter
In its usual late-year announcement, the IRS has presented the retirement plan limits and other adjustments for the new year.
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Installment Sales – Ins, Outs, Ups, & Downs
The installment method is a tax-reporting strategy that allows you to spread out the recognition of capital gains over multiple tax years when you finance an asset sale yourself. There is a lot to know—click for the details.
How Manufacturers Can Turn Innovation into Tax Benefits
Recent tax law changes have expanded the definition of qualifying research and development activities and created new opportunities for manufacturers to recover capital. Click for important details.
Substantiating Charitable Contributions
To close loopholes, Congress added Section 170(f)(8)(A) to the Internal Revenue Code to create strict substantiation rules for charitable contribution deductions. Click through for the specifics, so you don’t get caught without proper substantiation for your charitable donations.
Payroll Systems and Compliance Challenges
Can payroll systems keep up with shifting regulations and constant compliance changes? Yes —with a little effort. Click through for an answer to this question and others regarding wage laws and tax requirements.
What OBBBA Tax Changes Take Effect in 2026?
January 1 ushered in a new set of provisions resulting from the One Big Beautiful Act that will influence what 2026 looks like. You will want to pay attention now, before the year gets too far along.
Do You Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments?
The US tax system requires taxpayers to pay tax on income as it is received during the year—paying estimated taxes through the year helps you avoid some potentially significant IRS penalties and interest. Click for what you need to know.
Top HOA Fraud Risks and Why Financial Statement Audits Matter
Fraud can occur in any Homeowners Association (HOA). Understanding where fraud tends to show up and what financial statement audits can reveal can help boards strengthen oversight and better protect community funds.
How to Structure Real Estate Investments for Maximum Tax Efficiency
The structure behind real estate investment is key—the difference between a well-structured investment and a poorly structured one can be significant. Click for the details.