by Stapley Accounting | Feb 3, 2026 | Small Business
What Section 1231 Gains and Losses Mean for Selling Business Assets When selling business assets, understanding the tax implications is crucial. One area to focus on is Section 1231 of the Internal Revenue Code, which governs the treatment of gains and losses from the... by Stapley Accounting | Jan 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
Is earned wage access a viable option for Cache Valley construction companies? Earned wage access (EWA) is catching on across various industries. Many different types of employers are using it to help attract and retain employees, but is it a viable option for... by Stapley Accounting | Jan 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
How the Social Security wage base will affect your payroll taxes in 2026 The 2026 Social Security wage base has been released. What’s the tax impact on employees and the self-employed? Let’s take a look. FICA tax 101 The Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA)... by Stapley Accounting | Jan 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
Health care costs continue to increase. Pairing a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) can help. Insurance premiums will be lower because of the high deductible. And the HSA provides a tax-advantaged way to fund the deductible and... by Stapley Accounting | Dec 30, 2025 | Business
Productivity metrics can help Logan business owners see reality As a business owner, your eyes may tell you that your employees are working hard. But discerning whether their efforts are truly contributing to the bottom line might be a bit hazy. The solution: Track... by Stapley Accounting | Dec 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
4 ways the 2025 SALT deduction cap increase might save you substantial taxes If you pay more than $10,000 in state and local taxes (SALT), a provision of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) could significantly reduce your 2025 federal income tax liability. However,... by Stapley Accounting | Dec 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Writing an AI governance policy for your Logan business Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way businesses operate. Its capacity to gather and process data, as well as to mimic human interactions, offers remarkable potential to streamline operations and boost... by Stapley Accounting | Dec 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
No tax on car loan interest under the new law? Not exactly Under current federal income tax rules, so-called personal interest expense generally can’t be deducted. One big exception is qualified residence interest or home mortgage interest, which can be deducted,... by Stapley Accounting | Dec 9, 2025 | Business
Is your Smithfield company’s pricing strategy still viable? Pricing is among the most powerful levers for business owners to calibrate their companies’ profitability. Set prices too low and you risk leaving money on the table. Set them too high and customers may pass... by Stapley Accounting | Dec 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
Boost your tax savings by donating appreciated stock instead of cash Saving taxes probably isn’t your primary reason for supporting your favorite charities. But tax deductions can be a valuable added benefit. If you donate long-term appreciated stock, you potentially...
