CountingBeans LLC

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 I.R.S. lost roughly a quarter of its employees since President Trump took office, hampering the agency’s ability to conduct audits.

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.

08/25/2026

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.

08/24/2026

An HSA can help you save for healthcare expenses while offering valuable tax benefits. Learn who qualifies and how these accounts work.

08/21/2026

The holiday season starts earlier than many business owners realize. Discover seven proactive financial moves to strengthen cash flow, manage inventory, and optimize taxes before Q4.

Prepare your business for the holiday rush with seven financial moves to improve cash flow, manage inventory, and optimize taxes before Q4.

08/17/2026

The rapid growth of pay-later loans raises questions about whether their popularity is driven by consumer preference or desperation.

08/17/2026

The $15,764 refund was recoverable under deficiency procedures, the Tax Court held.