January 9, 2025
As tax season approaches, millions of Americans are gearing up to navigate the complex landscape of tax filing, deductions, credits, and, for some, the daunting prospect of dealing with the IRS. With tax laws constantly evolving and the increasing complexity of individual and business tax returns, more taxpayers are turning to professionals for assistance. Among these professionals, Enrolled Agents (EAs) are emerging as the go-to experts for a growing number…
June 5, 2023
Bias is a type of prejudice or distortion which affects many aspects of life, from the types of jobs available to which politicians get elected. The term “bias” refers to an inclination of thought or judgment towards a certain position. It can be conscious or unconscious and often manifests itself as an unfounded opinion, leading people to adhere to certain views without considering evidence or alternative perspectives.
June 5, 2023
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) refer to the practices and initiatives that aim to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace, where individuals from different backgrounds and experiences are treated with respect and fairness. DEI initiatives can include efforts to increase representation of underrepresented groups, address discrimination and bias, and create a sense of belonging for everyone.
March 13, 2023
I go through life with a few simple principles to guide me. Those principles made this a challenging piece because I wanted to take great care to be understood without compromising my belief system or minimizing my experiences or that of others. The first of those principles that made this challenging is, “what is the objective?”
November 15, 2021
Infrastructure Bill Impacts ERTC – The infrastructure bill signed into law by President Biden on November 15 includes a provision that will end the Employer Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) early for many businesses. The bill ends the credit as of September 30, 2021, instead of at the end of 2021. There is a caveat to the new ERTC provision; Recovery Startup Businesses (RSBs) will still be eligible to receive ERTC through…
As tax season approaches, millions of Americans are gearing up to navigate the complex landscape of tax filing, deductions, credits, and, for some, the daunting prospect of dealing with the IRS. With tax laws constantly evolving and the increasing complexity of individual and business tax returns, more taxpayers are turning to professionals for assistance. Among these professionals, Enrolled Agents (EAs) are emerging as the go-to experts for a growing number…
Bias is a type of prejudice or distortion which affects many aspects of life, from the types of jobs available to which politicians get elected. The term “bias” refers to an inclination of thought or judgment towards a certain position. It can be conscious or unconscious and often manifests itself as an unfounded opinion, leading people to adhere to certain views without considering evidence or alternative perspectives.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) refer to the practices and initiatives that aim to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace, where individuals from different backgrounds and experiences are treated with respect and fairness. DEI initiatives can include efforts to increase representation of underrepresented groups, address discrimination and bias, and create a sense of belonging for everyone.
I go through life with a few simple principles to guide me. Those principles made this a challenging piece because I wanted to take great care to be understood without compromising my belief system or minimizing my experiences or that of others. The first of those principles that made this challenging is, “what is the objective?”
Infrastructure Bill Impacts ERTC – The infrastructure bill signed into law by President Biden on November 15 includes a provision that will end the Employer Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) early for many businesses. The bill ends the credit as of September 30, 2021, instead of at the end of 2021. There is a caveat to the new ERTC provision; Recovery Startup Businesses (RSBs) will still be eligible to receive ERTC through…
