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Jerry Bowers Builds Poolside Dreams with Padgett at His Side

March 28th, 2024 | Success Stories

Jerry Bowers, owner of Bowers Fencing and Swimming Pools, carries a legacy that spans generations. Established by his father in 1957, the business became a familial endeavor, with Jerry joining at the age of 12 and eventually assuming leadership of the fencing and pool division in 1995. Through years of challenges and triumphs, Padgett Klamath Falls has been by his side handling his business’ taxes, allowing him to focus on his passion.  Reflecting on his early days in the business, Jerry shares, “Neither my dad nor I went to school for business. We just got to work. So not knowing the business side of things presented its own challenges. Over the years, we just had to work through it and […]

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Bartering is a taxable transaction even if no cash is exchanged

If your small business is strapped for cash (or likes to save money), you may find it beneficial to barter or trade for goods and services. Bartering isn’t new — it’s the oldest form of trade — but the internet has made it easier to engage in with other businesses. However, if your business begins bartering, be aware that the fair market value of goods that you receive in these types of transactions is taxable income. And if you exchange services with another business, the transaction results in taxable income for both parties. Fair market value Here are some examples of an exchange of services: A computer consultant agrees to offer tech support to an advertising agency in exchange for […]

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Maximize the QBI deduction before it’s gone

The qualified business income (QBI) deduction is available to eligible businesses through 2025. After that, it’s scheduled to disappear. So if you’re eligible, you want to make the most of the deduction while it’s still on the books because it can potentially be a big tax saver. Deduction basics The QBI deduction is written off at the owner level. It can be up to 20% of: QBI earned from a sole proprietorship or single-member LLC that’s treated as a sole proprietorship for tax purposes, plus QBI from a pass-through entity, meaning a partnership, LLC that’s treated as a partnership for tax purposes or S corporation. How is QBI defined? It’s qualified income and gains from an eligible business, reduced by […]

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What’s the best accounting method route for business tax purposes?

Businesses basically have two accounting methods to figure their taxable income: cash and accrual. Many businesses have a choice of which method to use for tax purposes. The cash method often provides significant tax benefits for eligible businesses, though some may be better off using the accrual method. Thus, it may be prudent for your business to evaluate its method to ensure that it’s the most advantageous approach. Eligibility to use the cash method “Small businesses,” as defined by the tax code, are generally eligible to use either cash or accrual accounting for tax purposes. (Some businesses may also be eligible to use various hybrid approaches.) Before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) took effect, the gross receipts threshold […]

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Understanding IRAs: your retirement savings guide

With the recent passing of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, you may have questions about the different types of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) available. How do you choose what retirement plan is right for you?  IRAs are a powerful tool for retirement savings. They are savings plans that come with tax advantages to help taxpayers build a retirement fund. Each type of IRA has its own set of regulations and deadlines. Here’s a quick overview of the most common kinds:  Traditional IRA: Contributions to a traditional IRA may be tax deductible and earnings grow tax-deferred until distribution, which means you won’t pay taxes on your traditional IRA funds until you make a withdrawal. The contribution limit for 2022 is […]

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Breaking Down the SECURE Act 2.0

Roger and Annie discuss the changes in the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 and how this impacts small business owners with regards to offering retirement plans to their employees. They also talk about recent changes in IRS regulations that could prove …

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Bartering is a taxable transaction even if no cash is exchanged

If your small business is strapped for cash (or likes to save money), you may find it beneficial to barter or trade for goods and services. Bartering isn’t new — it’s the oldest form of trade — but the internet has made it easier to engage in with other businesses. However, if your business begins bartering, be aware that the fair market value of goods that you receive in these types of transactions is taxable income. And if you exchange services with another business, the transaction results in taxable income for both parties. Fair market value Here are some examples of an exchange of services: A computer consultant agrees to offer tech support to an advertising agency in exchange for […]

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