by Stapley Accounting | Jul 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
Unlock tax-free gains with QSB stock If you run your business as a C corporation, you may be eligible for a potentially significant tax break for qualified small business (QSB) stock. This opportunity has existed for years, but recent tax law changes have enhanced it.... by Stapley Accounting | May 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
Deferring taxes on advance payments An advance payment is one received by a business before it provides whatever is being paid for. For federal income tax purposes, generally advance payments must be reported as taxable income in the year received. This treatment... 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 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,...