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Michigan’s PPT Exemptions Can Help You Save. But Do You Qualify?

Posted January 6, 2020

In 2014, Michigan voters approved a ballot initiative that eliminated or reduced personal property taxes (PPT) for small businesses and … Read More

New Guide | Top 6 Tax Laws That Could Help Your Business Save

Posted December 19, 2019

We're excited to announce the publication of our new whitepaper - Top 6 Tax Laws That Could Help Your Business … Read More

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A Social Security Number Phone Scam Is Back. Here’s How To Stay Safe.

Posted December 4, 2019

Social Security number phone scams are on the rise, with new variations emerging every day. These scams can often seem … Read More

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How To Calculate The QBI Deduction

Posted October 2, 2019

The qualified business income deduction - QBI deduction - is relatively new to the tax scene. It's a powerful tool … Read More

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Boost Tax Savings With New Bonus Depreciation & Section 179 Rules

Posted August 22, 2019

You need things to run your business. Kitchen appliances for your restaurant. An excavator for your construction company. Tractors and … Read More

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24 Michigan Cities That Make You Pay Income Tax

Posted July 17, 2019

Which Michigan cities make you pay income tax? As of Jan. 1, 2019, 24 cities in Michigan impose an income … Read More

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How Do Business Losses Affect My QBI Deduction?

Posted June 27, 2019

The QBI deduction is more complicated than just claiming a 20% deduction on your income. Qualified trades and income limits … Read More

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The One Tax Form You Need To Claim The QBI Deduction

Posted June 19, 2019

Which tax form do you use to claim the QBI deduction? You use Form 8995, Qualified Business Income Deduction Simplified … Read More

How To Aggregate Your Businesses For The QBI Deduction

Posted May 16, 2019

If you're eligible to claim the QBI deduction and you're involved with multiple businesses, you may want to consider aggregating … Read More

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You Didn’t Claim The QBI Deduction? Here’s How To Fix It.

Posted May 1, 2019

The QBI deduction is a new opportunity to decrease your taxable income by 20%. It can help you reduce the … Read More

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