Lou Haskel, CPA

Lou Haskel, CPA Lou works personally with each client to provide the individualized solutions to their tax and accounting needs.

Louis Haskel, CPA provides Business Owners of Small To Medium Size Firms, with payroll, tax, accounting, QuickBooks consulting and business consulting in the Greater Tampa area. Lou Haskel has extensive experience working across a broad spectrum of clients, including restaurants, service industries, and commercial and residential property owners. Call Lou at (727) 441-1040 to discuss your own business accounting and tax solutions.

Manage Capital Gains Strategically: Review your investment portfolio regularly. If you have investments with losses, con...
06/24/2026

Manage Capital Gains Strategically: Review your investment portfolio regularly. If you have investments with losses, consider tax-loss harvesting to offset capital gains. Also, holding investments for more than one year may qualify you for lower long-term capital gains tax rates.

Smart tax planning often involves coordinating taxable accounts, tax-deferred accounts, and tax-free accounts (like Roth...
06/24/2026

Smart tax planning often involves coordinating taxable accounts, tax-deferred accounts, and tax-free accounts (like Roth IRAs or HSAs) to create flexibility in retirement.

Tax deductions reduce taxable income, while tax credits directly reduce the amount of tax you owe. Credits are often mor...
06/22/2026

Tax deductions reduce taxable income, while tax credits directly reduce the amount of tax you owe. Credits are often more valuable dollar-for-dollar.

"Don't watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going."
06/19/2026

"Don't watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going."

Track Business Expenses Carefully: Keep detailed records of all legitimate business expenses, including software, market...
06/18/2026

Track Business Expenses Carefully: Keep detailed records of all legitimate business expenses, including software, marketing, travel, office supplies, and professional services.

Reminder: Make Estimated Tax Payments: If you're self-employed or have significant investment income, paying quarterly e...
06/17/2026

Reminder: Make Estimated Tax Payments: If you're self-employed or have significant investment income, paying quarterly estimated taxes can help you avoid penalties and large tax bills.

Retirement Income Can Affect Your Taxes: Different retirement income sources are taxed differently. Understanding how So...
06/16/2026

Retirement Income Can Affect Your Taxes: Different retirement income sources are taxed differently. Understanding how Social Security, IRAs, 401(k)s, pensions, and investments work together can help create a more tax-efficient retirement strategy.

Tax Planning Isn't Just for Tax Season: Effective tax planning happens throughout the year, not just when it's time to f...
06/15/2026

Tax Planning Isn't Just for Tax Season: Effective tax planning happens throughout the year, not just when it's time to file your return. Small decisions made today can have a significant impact on your future tax liability.

06/12/2026

"Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, drink the wild air."

An LLC is a corporate structure where members cannot be held accountable for the company’s debts or liabilities. This ca...
06/11/2026

An LLC is a corporate structure where members cannot be held accountable for the company’s debts or liabilities. This can shield business owners from losing their entire life savings if, for example, someone were to sue the company.

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