As the new year begins, the first quarter presents an opportunity to lay the groundwork for a successful 2026. Whether you’re looking to expand your business, streamline  operations , or achieve new financial goals, the decisions you make in Q1 can set the tone for the entire year. Here are key areas to focus on during the first quarter to position your business for growth and resilience. Review and Refine Your Goals Start by reflecting on your 2025 performance. Which goals d

Are you currently a W2 wage earner or 1099/Sole Proprietor? W2 wages are the highest taxed. The taxes come right off the top and you only have about 3-4 deductions such as a 401k or IRA, Mortgage Interest Deduction, HSA’s. etc. Sole Proprietors only have about 15-30 different deductions that you can claim on a Schedule C, and you are also subject to Self-Employment taxes. Are you aware that there is a whole other tax code out there that consists of 81,000 pages! You need to l

Imagine this: A natural disaster hits your region. Your office is flooded. Systems are down. Employees are unreachable. Customers are calling, and you have no answer. Now what? This nightmare scenario is more common than you think—and it’s exactly why every business, regardless of size or industry, needs a  Business Continuity Plan (BCP) . What Is a Business Continuity Plan? A Business Continuity Plan is a proactive strategy that outlines how your business will continue to op

People ask  me  all the time, should my  Corporation or LLC  own or lease a vehicle? There are a lot of great benefits for having your entity own or lease a vehicle, such as being able to deduct all vehicle payments, insurance, and maintenance costs. You can additionally take advantage of the Section 179 deduction which allows for accelerated depreciation on vehicles weighing over 6,000 pounds. That is why you see people buying G Wagons and other large SUVs to capture that wr