C. Malcolm Smith & Company, P.C.

C. Malcolm Smith & Company, P.C. Our firm offers financial services for businesses and individuals. Call or email for your next appointment today!

Our firm specializes in providing quality accounting services. We offer business valuation, tax planning, and financial planning for individuals and small businesses, as well as small business accounting. Please call or visit our website for more details.

Labor Day is all about celebrating the workforce, and the best way to honor hard work is to take a real break from it. S...
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!

Do you know the difference between IRS liens and levies? A federal tax lien arises when you fail to pay taxes after rece...
09/07/2026

Do you know the difference between IRS liens and levies? A federal tax lien arises when you fail to pay taxes after receiving an IRS bill or notice. It’s a legal claim against your property, including real estate and other assets, which can affect your ability to secure credit or complete financial transactions. A levy may be the next step if your debt remains unresolved. The IRS can seize assets — such as wages or bank funds — to satisfy the debt. In short, a lien protects the IRS’s interest, while a levy enforces collection. If you receive collection notices, don’t ignore them! Acting quickly can help open the door to resolution options. Call us at (610) 375-6330.

Did you request an extension to file your 2025 individual federal income tax return? If so, you have until Oct. 15, 2026...
09/04/2026

Did you request an extension to file your 2025 individual federal income tax return? If so, you have until Oct. 15, 2026, to file it. But if you have the tax-filing information you need, you may want to file now. There’s no advantage to waiting until the deadline. If you owe tax, the IRS offers short- and long-term payment plans, as well as installment agreements, to taxpayers who qualify. It’s important to act quickly if you owe because any amount that was due April 15 accrues interest until the balance is paid. Call us at (610) 375-6330 if you need help filing your extended return or have questions regarding your current tax situation.

If your estate might exceed the federal estate tax exemption ($15 million for 2026), you’re probably concerned about fut...
09/02/2026

If your estate might exceed the federal estate tax exemption ($15 million for 2026), you’re probably concerned about future estate tax liability. A spousal lifetime access trust (SLAT) may help. A SLAT can allow you to remove wealth from your estate tax-free while providing a safety net if your needs change in the future. Essentially, a SLAT is an irrevocable trust you establish for the benefit of your spouse plus your children or other relatives. Your spouse is granted limited access to the trust’s funds during his or her lifetime, giving you indirect access. Call us at (610) 375-6330 to discuss whether a SLAT makes sense for you.

The deadline for Q3 estimated tax payments is September 15, 2026. This payment is based on income earned from June 1, 20...
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.

Many tax law changes went into effect this year. So it’s important to evaluate where your business stands — and where it...
09/01/2026

Many tax law changes went into effect this year. So it’s important to evaluate where your business stands — and where it’s headed — before year end. Tax planning opportunities may still be available, but they’ll become more limited as the calendar winds down. Whether you’re considering equipment purchases, compensation strategies, retirement plan contributions or other tax-saving moves, now is the time to look ahead and review your options. Call us at (610) 375-6330 to bring your 2026 tax strategy into focus.

Accounting comes with its own vocabulary, and some of the terms that come up most often are not always explained in plai...
08/31/2026

Accounting comes with its own vocabulary, and some of the terms that come up most often are not always explained in plain language. So today, our team wanted to share a quick refresher on a few key accounting terms.

Swipe through for a simple breakdown of return on investment (ROI), amortization, and taxable income.

We hope you found this brief explainer helpful. As always, if you have any accounting needs, don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help you.

Running a successful business requires more than keeping up with the day-to-day. It also requires taking time to evaluat...
08/31/2026

Running a successful business requires more than keeping up with the day-to-day. It also requires taking time to evaluate your financial position, identify opportunities and plan for what’s ahead. Whether you need assistance with accounting, bookkeeping, tax planning or strategic business advice, we can help you gain clarity. Our team provides practical guidance tailored to your specific needs, so you can focus on running and growing your business. Contact us at (610) 375-6330 to learn more.

Scholarship awards can provide significant financial relief to families of college-bound students. Most, but not all, of...
08/28/2026

Scholarship awards can provide significant financial relief to families of college-bound students. Most, but not all, of the awards are tax-free. To qualify for tax-free status, scholarships must meet three criteria: 1) The student must be a degree candidate at an eligible educational institution, 2) the award must be used to pay for tuition and fees, books, and certain supplies (not room and board or travel), and 3) the award can’t represent wages for teaching or research. Many graduate student awards have employment compensation components, so they may be taxable. Also, taxable scholarship money could potentially be subject to the “kiddie” tax. Contact us at (610) 375-6330 for more information.

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 pro...
08/26/2026

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.

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3020 Penn Avenue, Suite 2
West Lawn, PA
19609

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

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