Retailers are placing inventory orders. Restaurants are planning for seasonal demand. Contractors are scheduling projects before winter. Professional service firms are setting revenue goals they hope to achieve before year-end. Whether your busy season starts in September or December, one thing is true for almost every business: The decisions you make in September often determine […]
If you make or receive income that is not fully covered by withholding, September 15, 2026 is an important date on the tax calendar. It is the due date for the third installment of 2026 federal estimated tax payments for individuals who are not paying enough through withholding during the year. Why Estimated Tax Payments […]
If you use QuickBooks Online to manage your business finances, you may notice some changes this season. Throughout August and into Early Fall 2026, Intuit QuickBooks will release new automation and artificial intelligence capabilities designed to reduce routine bookkeeping work, provide faster financial insights, and help business owners manage cash flow. At the same time, […]
Back-to-school season isn’t just for students. As backpacks are filled, schedules become more structured, and summer winds down, many business owners find themselves shifting back into “work mode” after vacations, family trips, and a slower summer pace. It’s also one of the best times of the year to give your business its own report card. […]
September 2026 Individual Due Dates September 10 – Report Tips to Employer If you are an employee who works for tips and received more than $20 in tips during August, you are required to report them to your employer no later than September 10. You can use IRS Form 4070 or your own statement that […]
Article Highlights: What the Saver’s Credit is (through 2026) Why eligible taxpayers should take advantage of the Saver’s Credit for 2026 Practical Examples (Simple) What Changes in 2027 Key Points About the New Saver’s Match: Why the Change Matters to You Action Steps for Taxpayers Who May Qualify (now and once the Match begins) Bottom […]
For many business owners, compensation starts as a practical question: what is the right amount to pay myself, and how do I keep the business running efficiently? That is a reasonable place to begin. The mistake is assuming the answer, once set, should stay the same forever. That assumption is especially common for S corporation […]
For many taxpayers, receiving a tax refund is the final step of filing season. Once the IRS accepts the return, most people assume their money will arrive within a few weeks. That assumption may no longer be safe. During the most recent filing season, many taxpayers who were expecting paper refund checks instead received IRS […]
Getting paid starts with sending a professional invoice. QuickBooks Online includes powerful invoicing tools that allow businesses to create, customize, send, and track invoices without leaving the platform. Whether you’re a freelancer, contractor, consultant, or small business owner, here’s how to get the most from QuickBooks Online invoicing. Why Invoicing Matters A well-designed invoice does […]
For many homeowners, the most expensive financial mistake they make may happen before they ever move into the house. It is not necessarily buying the wrong home, choosing the wrong neighborhood, or underestimating maintenance costs. It may be accepting the first mortgage quote they receive. Recent Bankrate research has brought attention to what it calls […]