Curth Wagner & Associates, LLC

06/24/2026

CEO confidence just experienced one of its sharpest declines on record. Here's why smart business owners focus less on predicting the economy and more on planning for what comes next.

CEO confidence recently saw one of its sharpest declines on record. Learn why successful business owners focus on planning, not predicting, what comes next.

06/23/2026

An IRS online account offers a faster, more convenient way to manage many tax tasks from your computer or phone — from checking your refund to viewing tax transcripts to setting up payments — without a trip to a post office or an IRS office.

Create an IRS online account to view transcripts, check refunds, manage payments, and access important tax information securely online.

06/22/2026

Need summer child care while school is out? Learn which child care expenses may qualify for valuable tax benefits for working parents.

06/19/2026

AI tools are helping entrepreneurs launch and grow businesses faster with lower costs and fewer employees. Learn how small business owners are using AI to stay lean, competitive, and profitable.

AI helps entrepreneurs start and grow businesses with lower costs, fewer employees, and greater efficiency while staying competitive and profitable.

06/18/2026

With the federal launch of Trump Accounts scheduled for July 4, 2026, parents and family members who want to jump-start a child’s retirement savings face a rapidly approaching deadline to get accounts activated. But there are still unanswered questions.

Trump Accounts launch July 4, 2026. Learn about activation, the $1,000 seed contribution, Form 4547, eligibility, and contribution rules.

06/16/2026

Converting a rental into your primary home can be a smart move — both for your living situation and for taxes — but it’s not as simple as move in, sell, and keep the profit.

Converting a rental to your home can reduce taxes, but depreciation recapture and gain exclusion rules may limit the benefits. Learn more.

06/15/2026

Surrendering, selling, or transferring a life insurance policy can lead to different tax implications. Watch this video for a brief overview.

06/12/2026

Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, Stripe, and other payment apps can create tax reporting obligations for freelancers and small business owners. Learn how Form 1099-K works, what income must be reported, and how to avoid bookkeeping headaches.

Payment apps like Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, and Stripe can trigger tax reporting. Learn Form 1099-K rules and how to stay compliant.

06/11/2026

Youth sports can have surprising tax implications. Learn when sports expenses, charitable activities, medical costs, and NIL income may qualify for tax benefits.

Learn when youth sports expenses may qualify for tax credits, deductions, medical expenses, charitable giving, or NIL business income.

06/10/2026

From Venmo income to freelance gigs and creator revenue, many Gen Z workers are facing unexpected tax bills. Learn how side hustle taxes work and how to avoid common mistakes.

From Venmo payments to freelance income and creator earnings, Gen Z workers need to understand side hustle taxes to avoid costly surprises.