Éclat Enterprises, LLC

05/28/2026

Starting a business? You can often deduct up to $5,000 in start‑up and $5,000 in organizational costs the year you open—even bills paid before launch. The rest is amortized over 15 years. Keep records and keep more cash in the bank. Find out how.

Starting a business? Learn how to deduct up to $5,000 in start-up and organizational costs in your first year. Get plain-English tax tips from Éclat Enterprises.

05/27/2026

Portland’s annoying $35 arts tax (unchanged since 2012) could jump to $50/$100 while exempting about one-third of payers—less paperwork for some, higher bills for others. Curious how your bill changes? Find out.

Portland's controversial arts tax is facing a major overhaul. Discover how proposed changes could shift the tax burden and what it means for taxpayers.

05/26/2026

Had to repay a bonus, refund, or clawback? Don’t pay tax twice. Under the Claim of Right rule, repayments over $3,000 may qualify for a tax credit (often better than a deduction). Curious which option saves you more? Find out.

Did you repay a bonus or refund a client after paying taxes on the income? Learn how the Claim of Right doctrine can help you recover those funds.

05/22/2026

Did you know June 15 is a double-deadline? It’s when May payroll deposits and calendar-year corporations’ 2nd estimated tax are due. Miss it and penalties can bite. Automate payroll and keep a tax reserve. Find out how to avoid surprises—check it out.

Stay compliant this summer with our plain English guide to June 2026 business tax due dates, including payroll deposits and corporate estimated taxes.

05/22/2026

Think a $70K hire is a done deal? Think again—employer taxes, benefits, software and training can quietly push that to $90–100K. Learn smarter staffing options (contractors, fractional pros) and run the real numbers before you hire. Find out how.

Think you can afford a new hire? The true cost goes far beyond salary. Learn how to evaluate hiring decisions and avoid costly mistakes for your business.

05/22/2026

Summer’s here — but tax deadlines aren’t! Key June dates: June 1 (Form 5498), June 10 (report tips over $20), June 15 (Q2 estimated tax). Avoid penalties and keep your summer stress-free — find out what to do.

Discover the key June 2026 tax deadlines for entrepreneurs, expats, and employees. Learn about Q2 estimated taxes, safe harbors, and filing extensions.

05/20/2026

Side-hustle paying off? Great — but small gigs add up fast. Payment apps now report earnings, and skipping quarterly taxes can turn tiny payments into surprise bills and penalties. Want to keep more of what you earn? Find out how.

Managing multiple income streams? Learn how Gen Z and side-hustlers can track gig income, avoid IRS penalties, and handle estimated taxes with plain English advice.

05/19/2026

Thinking of signing your home over to a child? A well-meaning deed can trigger big tax surprises — from losing a stepped-up basis to gift-tax returns or Medicaid penalties. Don’t let good intentions cost your legacy. Find out smarter options before you sign.

Learn the tax risks and benefits when transferring a home to a child or beneficiary, including gift tax, life estates, and capital gains issues.

05/18/2026

Small bank errors can snowball into big headaches. Reconciling QuickBooks monthly keeps your books accurate, prevents costly surprises (true: a $5 mistake can become $5,000), and saves you stress. Find out how.

Master QuickBooks Online reconciliation in 2026. Follow Éclat Enterprises' plain English guide to balance your small business books and avoid tax season panic.

05/18/2026

Are rising premiums draining your budget? Pair a High‑Deductible Health Plan with an HSA to cut taxes, control care spending, and boost savings—many don't know HSAs offer triple tax advantages. Curious how it helps you? Find out.

Learn how pairing HSAs and HDHPs can lower medical costs and unlock tax benefits. Get plain English advice for your business from Éclat Enterprises.

05/18/2026

The combination of HSAs and HDHPs can be a good option to empower consumers with greater control over their healthcare spending with tax advantages.