by Stapley Accounting | Aug 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
The current estate tax exemption amount ($13.61 million in 2024) has led many people to feel they no longer need to be concerned about federal estate tax. Before 2011, a much smaller exemption resulted in many people with more modest estates attempting to avoid it.... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 31, 2024 | Employer
If your organization is having a tough time finding the right person to fill a key role, it might be time to set aside the resumés and pick up your organizational chart. Many employers become so consumed with posting job ads and conducting interviews that they... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 30, 2024 | Business
To say that technology continues to affect how businesses operate and interact with customers and prospects would be an understatement. According to the Business Software Market Size report issued by market researchers Mordor Intelligence, the global market size for... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Divorce entails difficult personal issues, and taxes are probably the farthest thing from your mind. However, several tax concerns may need to be addressed to ensure that taxes are kept to a minimum and that important tax-related decisions are properly made. Here are... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 24, 2024 | Employer
When an employer is ready to sponsor a new qualified retirement plan for its employees, it will have many options to choose from. Although “401(k)” may be the first thing that comes to mind, some lesser-known plan types could suit the needs of some organizations under... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 23, 2024 | Business
When business owners and their leadership teams meet to discuss strategic planning, the primary question on the table is usually something along the lines of, “How can we safely grow our company to reach the next level of success?” That’s certainly a good thing to ask... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Are you an older taxpayer who owns a house that has appreciated greatly? At the same time, you may need income. Thankfully, there could be a solution with a tax-saving bonus. It involves taking out a reverse mortgage. Reverse mortgage basics With a reverse mortgage,... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 17, 2024 | Employer
Generally, employers today recognize the importance of work-life balance. Remote/hybrid work arrangements and generous paid time off policies, for example, allow employees to fulfill their professional obligations while having the flexibility to better care for... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 16, 2024 | Business
Business owners are rightly urged to develop succession plans so their companies will pass on to the next generation, or another iteration of ownership, in a manner that best ensures continued success. A Comprehensive Guide To The Leadership Succession Planning... by Stapley Accounting | Jul 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Employees, self-employed individuals and employers all pay Social Security tax, and the amounts can get bigger every year. And yet, many people don’t fully understand the Social Security tax they pay. If you’re an employee If you’re an employee, your wages are hit...
