by Stapley Accounting | Apr 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you made significant gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year, it’s important to determine whether you’re required to file a 2024 gift tax return. And in some cases, even if it’s not required to file one, you may want to do so anyway.... by Stapley Accounting | Apr 8, 2025 | Business
Today’s small to midsize businesses are often urged to help employees improve their financial wellness. And for good reason: Financially struggling workers tend to have higher stress and anxiety levels. They may be less productive and more prone to errors. Some might... by Stapley Accounting | Apr 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
You may wonder if you can claim itemized deductions on your tax return. Perhaps you made charitable contributions and were told in the past they couldn’t be claimed because you didn’t have enough deductions to itemize. How much do you need? You can itemize deductions... by Stapley Accounting | Apr 1, 2025 | Business
Information technology (IT) is constantly evolving. As the owner of a small to midsize business, you’ve probably been told this so often that you’re tired of hearing it. Yet technology’s ceaseless march into the future continues and, apparently, many companies aren’t... by Stapley Accounting | Mar 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’re getting ready to file your 2024 tax return and your tax bill is higher than you’d like, there may still be a chance to lower it. If you’re eligible, you can make a deductible contribution to a traditional IRA until this year’s April 15 filing deadline and... by Stapley Accounting | Mar 25, 2025 | Business
Strong leadership is essential to running a successful business. However, as perhaps you’ve experienced, playing the role of a strong leader can force you to make tough decisions that expose you to legal claims. Business owners who are particularly worried about this... by Stapley Accounting | Mar 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has long been a valuable tax break for families with qualifying children. Whether you’re new to claiming the credit or you’ve benefited from it for years, it’s crucial to stay current on its rules and potential changes. As we approach the... by Stapley Accounting | Mar 18, 2025 | Business
Every company presumably wants a workforce full of engaged employees. However, is it possible for workers to be too engaged? Apparently so. A 2024 survey of 3,000 workers by employee engagement consultants found that 72% of respondents work to some degree throughout... by Stapley Accounting | Mar 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Retirement is often viewed as an opportunity to travel, spend time with family or simply enjoy the fruits of a long career. Yet the transition may bring a tangle of tax considerations. Planning carefully can help you minimize tax bills. Below are four steps to take if... by Stapley Accounting | Mar 11, 2025 | Business
From the moment they launch their companies, business owners are urged to use key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor performance. And for good reason: When you drive a car, you’ve got to keep an eye on the gauges to keep from going too fast and know when it’s...
