2025 – 06/11 – Business owners can rest easier with sound cash flow management
Slow cash flow is one of the leading causes of insomnia for business owners. The good news is you can rest easier by exercising sound cash flow management. First, scrutinize your selling cycle (how long it takes to develop, market and generate revenue from products or services) and your disbursements cycle (how you manage regular […]
Business owners can rest easier with sound cash flow management
Slow cash flow is one of the leading causes of insomnia for business owners. Even if sales are strong, a lack of liquidity to pay bills and cover payroll can cause more than a few sleepless nights. The good news is that you can rest easier by exercising sound cash flow management. Scrutinize your […]
Navigating Tax Season: Top Tax Preparation Tips for Indianapolis Residents
Tax season can be a stressful time for many, but with proper planning and expert assistance, it doesn’t have to be. At OnTarget CPA, we provide comprehensive tax preparation services tailored to the unique needs of Indianapolis residents. Organize Your Financial Documents Begin by gathering all necessary documents, including W-2s, 1099s, mortgage interest statements, and […]
How to evaluate and undertake a business transformation
Many industries have undergone monumental changes over the last decade or so. Broadly, there are two ways to adapt to the associated challenges: slowly or quickly. Although there’s much to be said about small, measured responses to economic change, some companies might want to undertake a more urgent, large-scale revision of their operations. This […]
Do you have an excess business loss?
If an individual taxpayer has substantial business losses, unfavorable federal income tax rules can potentially come into play. Here’s what you need to know as you assess your 2024 tax situation. Disallowance rule The tax rules can get complicated if your business or rental activity throws off a tax loss — and many do […]
Ways to manage the limit on the business interest expense deduction
There are ways to manage the limit on the business interest expense deduction. Prior to the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), businesses were able to claim a tax deduction for most business-related interest expense. The TCJA created Section 163(j), which generally limits deductions of business interest, with certain exceptions. If […]
The 2024 gift tax return deadline is coming up soon
If you made significant gifts to your children, grandchildren or other heirs last year, it’s important to determine whether you’re required to file a 2024 gift tax return. And in some cases, even if it’s not required to file one, you may want to do so anyway. Requirements to file The annual gift tax […]
Riding the tax break train: Maximizing employee transportation fringe benefits
There are some nice tax breaks for transportation-related employee fringe benefits. If your employer offers these tax-favored fringes, you should probably take advantage of them by signing up. Here’s a quick summary of the current federal tax treatment of transportation-related benefits. Mass transit passes For 2025, employer-provided mass transit passes for train, subway and […]
Inflation enhances the 2025 amounts for Health Savings Accounts
The IRS recently released guidance providing the 2025 inflation-adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). These amounts are adjusted each year, based on inflation, and the adjustments are announced earlier in the year than other inflation-adjusted amounts, which allows employers to get ready for the next year. Fundamentals of HSAs An HSA is a […]
Exploring business entities: Is an S corporation the right choice?
Are you starting a business with partners and deciding on the right entity? An S corporation might be the best choice for your new venture. One benefit of an S corporation One major advantage of an S corporation over a partnership is that shareholders aren’t personally liable for corporate debts. To ensure this protection, it’s crucial to: […]
