Watson & Mann, CPAs

09/07/2026

Labor Day is all about celebrating the workforce, and the best way to honor hard work is to take a real break from it. So to celebrate, our team is fully committing to the cause by penciling some cat naps into our schedules this weekend.

A quick heads-up: The office is closed on Monday, September 7th. We will be back on Tuesday, September 8th — recharged, refreshed, and ready to get to work.

We hope you have a long weekend full of good food, good company, and zero emails!

09/04/2026

As we settle into September and the rhythms of a new season, it is a natural time to step back and ask a bigger question: What are we actually building toward?

For many business owners, the first answer that comes to mind is success. But Albert Einstein's perspective challenges us to go a little deeper. Success, he suggests, is not the goal itself. It tends to follow when we focus on something more meaningful: the value we create for others.

As you move through this month, we would love to hear from you: In your business or your work, what is one way you are focused on creating real value for the people you serve? Share it in the comments. We would love to hear your perspective!

09/03/2026

Business expenses can reduce taxable income, but many learn too late that a deduction is only as good as the records behind it.

Protect your business deductions. See what the IRS requires for travel, meals, and vehicle mileage logs—and how to avoid 20% accuracy penalties.

09/01/2026

The deadline for Q3 estimated tax payments is September 15, 2026. This payment is based on income earned from June 1, 2026, through August 31, 2026. For those who make these payments, staying current can help minimize potential penalties and make year-end filing more manageable.

If you would like assistance confirming the amount to pay or reviewing payment options, please contact our office. We are happy to help.

08/31/2026

Succession planning helps ensure a smooth transition, protects business continuity, and reduces disruption when key people leave or pass away.

08/28/2026

New York City has begun notifying property owners who may be subject to its new pied-à-terre tax. Learn who may be affected and more.

08/27/2026

Here are the September 2026 Business Due Dates

Review September 2026 business tax deadlines for S corporations, partnerships, corporations, employers, estates, and trusts.

08/27/2026

As we move through the second half of the year, now is a good time to step back and revisit your tax strategy. A few proactive decisions now can help reduce surprises later, improve cash flow, and put your business in a stronger position before year-end.

Swipe for a few practical tax strategies we can help small businesses take advantage of ahead of year-end.

Some of the best tax strategies are only useful if you act before year-end. Even a short review during the year can make a meaningful difference. So, if you would like to review your current tax strategy, projected payments, entity structure, or year-end opportunities, please reach out.

Our team would be happy to help you identify practical next steps and make sure you are taking advantage of the options available to you.

08/25/2026

Donating long term appreciated stock (publicly traded shares held more than one year) to a qualified charity is a high impact way for donors to support causes while obtaining favorable tax treatment.

Learn how donating long-term appreciated stock can provide a charitable deduction, avoid capital gains tax, and create a more tax-efficient gift.

08/25/2026

Your business structure is the foundation on which everything else is built. It shapes how your business is taxed, how your personal assets are protected, and how your books need to be kept from day one. That’s why it’s crucial to understand what your business’s structure means and how it impacts taxation.

Swipe through to see how each structure stacks up and what it means.

We hope you find this guide helpful. As always, if you have questions about your business structure or accounting setup, give our office a call. We are here to help guide you.