For several years, student loan borrowers lived in a holding pattern. Payments were paused. Collections slowed. Consequences felt distant.
That pause is ending.
As reported by CNBC, federal agencies have resumed collection efforts on defaulted…
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Ask a business owner how things are going, and you’ll usually hear the same answer first:
“Revenue’s up.”
That sounds like good news. And sometimes it is.
But there’s a number hiding underneath revenue that tells a very different…
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Lately, it feels like everyone is talking about moving for tax reasons.
Lower income taxes. Friendlier states. A fresh start that supposedly comes with a smaller tax bill.
And on the surface, it sounds simple. You move. Your taxes go down.…
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Article Highlights:
Why Form 1099-K Was Created
Understanding the Purpose of Form 1099-K
What It Means for Income Reporting
Cash Income
Application in Various Situations
Selling Personal Items
Side Hustles and Gig Economy
…
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Ghost Preparers
PTIN Requirement
Signing the Return
Preparation to Boost Refund
Taxpayer Left Holding the Bag
Misdirection Regarding Tax Law Changes
How to Report Ghost Preparers
Professional Tax…
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Seniors Are Frequent Targets
How to Spot a Scam
Common Phishing Emails
Common Smishing Texts
How to Protect Yourself
Social Media
Tax season is a busy time for taxpayers. It is also a…
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Standard Deductions Increased
New Senior Deduction
Qualified Sound Recording Production Expenses
Required Minimum Distributions (RMD)
No Tax on Tips
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New Vehicle Loan Interest…
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February 2026 Individual Due Dates
February 2 - Individuals Who Must Make Estimated Tax Payments
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Growth is exciting. New customers, higher demand, bigger opportunities — all of that feels energizing. But here’s the truth most business owners don’t realize:
Growth can actually make your problems bigger if your profitability isn’t…
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Most people think their financial professional focuses on the past: last year’s tax numbers, last quarter’s profit, last month’s expenses. That’s the compliance world. It’s essential, of course. But it’s focused on what already happened.
Advisory…
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