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What Are the Tax Consequences of Employee Gifts?

The holidays are a time for gratitude, and many employers show appreciation by giving gifts to their staff. Different types of gifts can have different tax consequences.

So whether it’s a gift card, a holiday turkey, or a year-end bonus, it’s important to know how the IRS will treat the gift.

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401(k) Compliance Guide: Fiduciary Duties, Fees & Administration

2025 401(k) Plan Compliance Guide: Fiduciary Oversight, Fees, and Administration

If your business sponsors a 401(k) plan for employees, managing it is more than a formality — it’s a legal responsibility. Under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), plan sponsors have a fiduciary duty to act prudently and solely in the best interest of participants.

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Advertising and Marketing Costs May Be Tax Deductible 2022 Russo CPA

Advertising and Marketing Costs May Be Tax Deductible

As a small business owner, you may be able to deduct advertising and marketing expenses that help bring in new customers and keep existing ones. Even better is that these deductions help small businesses save money on their taxes. Here’s what you need to know about this valuable tax deduction:

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Year-End Tax Planning for Accrual-Basis Taxpayers

Projecting your business’s income for this year and next can allow you to time income and deductible expenses to your tax advantage. It’s generally better to defer tax — unless you expect to be in a higher tax bracket next year. Timing income and expenses can be easier for cash-basis taxpayers. But accrual-basis taxpayers have some unique tax-saving opportunities when it comes to deductions.

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