Insights
Practical perspectives on tax, finance, and business — written by the people who work in it every day. 98 articles in the archive.
5 Stages of the Financial Audit Process
Learn how the financial audits work and how to prepare your business’s annual financial reports for a smooth and efficient process.
-
Accounting Sep 21, 2026Fractional CFO vs Full-Time CFO Factors to Consider
Understand the key differences between a fractional CFO and a full-time CFO, and how to choose the best option based on your business goals.
Read more -
Taxes Sep 15, 2026Corporate Stock Repurchase Excise Tax for 2026
Find out the 2026 excise tax rates on corporate stock repurchases, how to calculate the final amount, and tax minimization strategies.
Read more -
Real Estate Accounting & Taxes Sep 3, 2026Section 1250 Property Examples and Depreciation Schedule
See which assets count as section 1250 property, how to calculate your annual depreciation schedule, and tax deferral strategies.
Read more -
Real Estate Accounting & Taxes Aug 25, 2026Commercial Real Estate Depreciation Schedule
See the depreciation schedule for commercial real estate with an estimator and calculation examples with and without cost segregation.
Read more -
Startup Accounting & Taxes Aug 11, 2026How to Create a Financial Plan for Your Startup
Learn how to create a financial plan for your startup with our comprehensive breakdown and step-by-step instructions, + examples and templates.
Read more -
Taxes Jul 23, 2026Are Gifts From Abroad Taxed in the United States?
Find out whether gifts from foreigners are taxable in the United States, the reporting threshold for IRS Form 3520, and special tax rules for covered expatriates.
Read more -
Startup Accounting & Taxes Jul 9, 20268 Major Accounting Mistakes Startups Make
Learn the 8 biggest accounting mistakes startups make, how to avoid them, and why delaying professional accounting services is the worst of them all.
Read more -
Taxes Jun 23, 2026Are Gifts to an Irrevocable Trust Taxable?
Find out whether gifts to an irrevocable trust are taxable, gift-splitting rules for married couples, and IRS reporting requirements.
Read more -
Payroll Jun 11, 2026Pros and Cons of ESOPs for Companies and Employees
Learn the pros and cons of employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) for corporations, the differences compared to 401(k) plans, and how to choose.
Read more -
Taxes Jun 11, 2026Proposed NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax: What Investors Should Know
The "Pied-à-Terre Tax" — an annual surcharge on luxury New York City homes used as non-primary residences — has been proposed in various forms by New York State legislators since 2014 and resurfaces most legislative sessions.
Read more -
Startup Accounting & Taxes May 21, 2026How to Optimize Cash Burn Rate for a Longer Runway
Cash burn rate determines a startup’s operational lifespan. Precise tracking allows founders to extend their runway, secure investor confidence, and leverage 2026 tax provisions to preserve essential capital.
Read more