Hutchinson and Bloodgood

Hutchinson and Bloodgood We have offices throughout California-El Centro, Glendale, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and Watsonville

AI customer service solutions could reduce your business’s operating costs. But be careful! AI generally can’t replace h...
10/01/2026

AI customer service solutions could reduce your business’s operating costs. But be careful! AI generally can’t replace human judgment. Learn more.

These days, customers expect fast and personalized service and support from the businesses they patronize. AI can help you meet their high expectations without overburdening your employees. But as in other contexts, AI in customer service is usually only as effective as how it’s trained and used. ...

If you’re planning to sell your business, receiving the purchase price over time may allow you to spread your gain — and...
09/29/2026

If you’re planning to sell your business, receiving the purchase price over time may allow you to spread your gain — and the related tax — over several years. Let’s review the pros and cons of installment sales.

Over the years, you’ve invested blood, sweat and tears into building a successful small business. Now it’s time to sell and move on to the next chapter of your life. What are the tax implications of selling — and how can you reduce or defer your taxes? One possible solution is an installment s...

Which of your small business’s expenses are tax-deductible? This primer can help you understand the potential ramificati...
09/28/2026

Which of your small business’s expenses are tax-deductible? This primer can help you understand the potential ramifications of spending decisions and which records you need to retain.

Whether your small business is new or you’ve run it for decades, you may not fully understand which expenses are potentially tax-deductible and which aren’t. After all, that’s why you have a tax advisor! But it’s worth keeping up with tax law because your daily decisions could significantly ...

Year-end tax planning strategies may warrant a review with the alternative minimum tax (AMT) in mind — even if you haven...
09/25/2026

Year-end tax planning strategies may warrant a review with the alternative minimum tax (AMT) in mind — even if you haven’t owed the AMT in recent years.

Tax law changes taking effect this year will increase alternative minimum tax (AMT) risk for some higher-income taxpayers. If you may be affected, consider the AMT before implementing income or deduction timing strategies. A move that would reduce your 2026 regular tax might provide little or no ben...

Got crypto? Small business owners should beware of tax surprises when dealing with cryptocurrencies.
09/24/2026

Got crypto? Small business owners should beware of tax surprises when dealing with cryptocurrencies.

If your small business accepts, uses or invests in Bitcoin, Ethereum or other forms of cryptocurrency, accurate reporting and detailed records are critical for federal tax purposes. The IRS continues to scrutinize digital-asset transactions. Today, business tax returns include a question about digit...

Ideal family business successors develop a broad base of experience and expertise long before the current leader retires...
09/23/2026

Ideal family business successors develop a broad base of experience and expertise long before the current leader retires. We explain what succession candidates need to know before assuming the top job.

Are you planning to retire or move on from your family business in the next five to ten years? If so, and you know who’ll succeed you, start preparing that person to lead. To reveal knowledge gaps, minimize friction among relatives and employees, and give everyone greater confidence in the next le...

California and Colorado are changing how they tax software and cloud-based services, potentially bringing SaaS, PaaS, an...
09/22/2026

California and Colorado are changing how they tax software and cloud-based services, potentially bringing SaaS, PaaS, and other digital offerings into the sales tax base for the first time.
Will your business be affected?
Read more and start preparing today.

Hutchinson and Bloodgood LLP is an affiliate of Allinial Global, an association of legally independent accounting and consulting firms who share education, marketing resources, and technical knowledge in a wide range of industries. We are independent accounting firms coming together to support the s...

Did you receive a restricted stock award in 2026? Or did your restricted stock shares vest? Or perhaps you sold vested s...
09/16/2026

Did you receive a restricted stock award in 2026? Or did your restricted stock shares vest? Or perhaps you sold vested shares? A “yes” answer to any of the questions requires careful tax planning, probably sooner rather than later.

Executives and key employees often receive stock-based compensation in addition to salaries and bonuses. If restricted stock is part of your compensation, considering the potential tax consequences well before December 31 is a good idea. You may have decisions to make if: 1) you’ve recently receiv...

Dividends aren’t the only way to take cash out of your C corporation. Here are some more tax-efficient alternatives to t...
09/15/2026

Dividends aren’t the only way to take cash out of your C corporation. Here are some more tax-efficient alternatives to think about before year end.

If you own a closely held C corporation, you might be looking for ways to withdraw cash from your business. Paying yourself a dividend can be a straightforward option — but it comes at a tax cost. Corporate distributions are generally taxable to you to the extent of your company’s “earnings an...

Acquisitions involve significant financial risk — including the possibility that customers won’t embrace your business. ...
09/09/2026

Acquisitions involve significant financial risk — including the possibility that customers won’t embrace your business. To protect the value of your M&A transaction, take steps to retain these critical stakeholders.

When a business is acquired, its customers don’t necessarily transfer their loyalty to the buyer. Customers may worry about future pricing, service, product quality and whether the business’s new owner understands what they value. If their concerns go unanswered, competitors may see and exploit ...

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3205 S. Dogwood Avenue , Suite A
El Centro, CA
92243

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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