JC & Company

06/03/2026

Running a small business comes with constant challenges, and financial pressure can build quickly without the right planning and visibility in place.

Many small businesses struggle due to cash flow issues, rising expenses, and delayed financial decisions, but there are practical steps owners can take to strengthen stability and reduce risk:

To help small businesses survive during this current economic climate, a finance expert reveals the five cash-flow traps bankrupting small businesses and what to do about them.

06/01/2026

If you operate internationally or employ team members abroad, recent IRS updates could create valuable tax-saving opportunities.

The IRS has increased foreign earned income tax breaks, making it important to understand how these changes may impact your business and personal tax planning.

https://www.jcccpa.com/resources/quick-reads/irs-increases-foreign-earned-income-tax-breaks

05/29/2026

Small business owners make perfect targets for cybercriminals because they're already overwhelmed trying to keep up with complicated regulations and requirements.

When you're juggling multiple financial obligations and deadlines, that threatening call or urgent email from someone claiming to be the IRS can feel terrifyingly real. These scammers know exactly which buttons to push: the fear of penalties, confusion around tax law, and that nagging worry that maybe you did miss something important.

IRS scammers know your fears about tax compliance. Here's how they're exploiting small business owners.

05/27/2026

Artificial intelligence is no longer an emerging experiment in hiring; it’s now firmly entrenched in the recruitment process.

While AI tools are widely used, the data indicates they primarily support administrative and early-stage tasks rather than replace human decision-making.

While AI tools are widely used, the data from a new Resume Genius report indicates they primarily support administrative and early-stage tasks rather than replace human decision-making.

05/25/2026

You aren’t going to be running your business forever (or maybe you will?), running a successful business means planning for when you retire. Download our eBook to start your succession planning today:

A guide for securing the future of your small business.

05/22/2026

Walk into most small businesses and you'll find dedicated employees who've been there for years. But scratch beneath the surface and you might discover something troubling: these same loyal workers are quietly browsing job boards, not because they dislike their work, but because they see no path forward.

Many small business owners view professional development as a luxury rather than a necessity. Here's why that mindset needs to change.

88% of companies fear losing talent, but most treat learning as a luxury. See how professional development should be baked into your retention strategy.

05/20/2026

To ensure long-term success, you need to move beyond the "getting things done" mentality and focus on key metrics that reflect your team's efficiency and effectiveness.

Understanding which metrics to monitor and how to use them effectively in your business can be the difference between simply surviving and truly thriving. Learn how in this eBook:

The ultimate purpose of tracking KPIs is to establish benchmarks that help you see whether your business performance is sufficient to meet your goals.

05/18/2026

The data shows a clear tension: workers want higher pay, better benefits, and more growth but many fear a weakening job market, longer hiring timelines, and the risk of losing stability or remote work.

This push-and-pull is shaping 2026 into a year defined by quiet indecision and cautious calculation: https://www.jcccpa.com/resources/blog/47-of-workers-plan-to-job-hunt-in-2026-but-53-are-staying-put-amid-market-fear

05/15/2026

Fraud remains a major concern for Americans, according to new AARP research.

Millions have already been targeted, and the risk continues to grow as scams become more sophisticated.

The key takeaway: awareness and strong safeguards are more important than ever.

These concerns highlight both the financial and emotional toll of these crimes and reflect how pervasive and personal the threat has become.

05/13/2026

Soaring oil prices are squeezing small business margins but raising prices isn’t your only move. One key reminder: customers are far more understanding when you communicate clearly and stay transparent.

Protect your profitability without losing customers, from transparent fuel surcharges to smarter scheduling and cost control.

To help small businesses survive this sudden squeeze, a finance expert shares six ways to handle fuel hikes gracefully without losing customers.