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Tax law changes, payroll deadlines, and how-to guides for Georgia and multi-state clients. Each post includes clear action steps, links to forms, and when to call us versus DIY.
Skim the summaries below or jump into a post—most take 3–5 minutes to read. If a change affects your return or payroll run, we note the exact tax year and due dates.
By Pat Haynes, Enrolled Agent (EA)
2025 Tax Law Changes The 2025 tax year introduced changes that affect withholding, planning, and year-end filing quality. Most taxpayers will see threshold and deduction updates, but the bigger impact usually comes from …
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General Information for Self-Employed Taxpayers Self-employment taxes are manageable when your process is stable. The challenge is usually not a lack of effort; it is inconsistent bookkeeping, unclear deduction rules, an…
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How to Create an ID.me Account for IRS Access ID.me access is now part of the practical tax workflow for many taxpayers. If setup is delayed until a filing deadline, verification issues can stall account access, notice r…
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Updated IRS Mileage Rates for 2024-2025 Mileage deductions deliver value only when documentation is complete, consistent, and tied to business purpose. Most problems do not come from the rate itself - they come from miss…
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2025 Changes to Form 1099-K 1099-K reporting continues to create confusion for platform sellers, contractors, and service businesses. The core issue is usually mismatch: platform totals, bank deposits, and books do not l…
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Important IRS Updates: Online Access, ID.me, and Refund Changes The IRS continues shifting taxpayers toward digital-first workflows for account access, notices, and payment tools. For most people, the biggest risk is tim…
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New Vehicle Interest Deduction for 2025 Vehicle-related deductions can be helpful, but only when eligibility and documentation are handled correctly. Interest deductions are frequently misunderstood because taxpayers mix…
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Quarterly Estimates Playbook for Georgia Estimated taxes are one of the clearest predictors of year-end stress. When estimates are under-calculated or paid late, penalties and cash-flow strain usually follow. The best fi…
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How to Choose an S Corp Salary in Georgia S Corp salary decisions are high-impact because they affect payroll taxes, distribution planning, and audit risk. The right answer is rarely a single percentage. It depends on ro…
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