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The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Tax-Efficient Strategies for Holiday Gifting
The holiday season is a time for generosity — but it can also be an opportunity to make smart financial moves. Thoughtful gifting isn’t...
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Year-End Bonus vs. Profit Distribution: What’s Better for Your Taxes?
Year-End Bonus vs. Profit Distribution: What’s Better for Your Taxes? As the calendar year comes to a close, many business owners begin...
Nov 193 min read


Family Payroll Planning: Should You Pay Wages or Give Gifts?
Many business owners want to support family members financially — whether it’s helping a child in college, giving a spouse income, or...
Nov 123 min read


Giving Thanks and Giving Smart: How to Make Charitable Gifts That Also Save on Taxes
As the season of gratitude approaches, many of us look for ways to give back to the causes we care about. At Lucrum Legal Accounting, we...
Nov 52 min read


Spooky Surprises: Hidden Tax Traps to Avoid Before Year-End
October is the season of haunted houses, ghost stories, and unexpected scares—but one of the spookiest surprises a business owner can...
Oct 152 min read


Year-End Tax Planning: Why October Is the Best Time to Start
As the leaves change and the year winds down, many business owners and professionals push tax planning to the bottom of their to-do...
Oct 82 min read


Should You Add Family Members to Your Company’s Payroll?
Running a family-owned business often means blending professional goals with personal values. One common question we hear from...
Oct 12 min read


Behind the Scenes of a Fraud Investigation: A Day in the Life of a CFE
Fraud can lurk in the shadows of any business—sometimes for years before it’s uncovered. That’s why the role of a Certified Fraud...
Sep 172 min read


What Is a Fraud Examiner and What Do They Actually Do?
Fraud costs businesses billions every year—and often, the damage goes unnoticed until it’s too late. That’s where a Certified Fraud...
Sep 32 min read


Navigating the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: A Strategic Guide for Business Owners
What Is the OBBBA—and Why It Matters Enacted on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) delivers sweeping tax changes...
Aug 272 min read


Bonus Depreciation Made Permanent: A Strategic Opportunity for Business Owners
On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed into law a sweeping legislative package—known colloquially as the One Big Beautiful Bill...
Jul 143 min read


How a Certified Fraud Examiner Helps Protect Your Business
Fraud is not just a headline-grabbing scandal — it’s an everyday risk that quietly drains businesses of money, time, and trust. According...
Jul 32 min read


How to Prepare for a Summer Slowdown (Financially Speaking)
Because sunshine shouldn't stress out your spreadsheets. Summer’s coming in hot—and while the pool parties and vacations are heating up,...
May 282 min read


The Vital Role of Tax Planning for Small Businesses
If you're a small business owner, taxes are probably not your favorite topic—but they should be on your radar all year long, not just in...
May 72 min read


Avoid a Tax Season Surprise: Why You Should Check Your Withholding Now
Nobody likes a surprise tax bill—or a much smaller refund than expected. But both can happen if your tax withholding isn’t quite right....
Apr 302 min read


Crypto Taxes in 2025: Overview
Let’s be real, crypto still feels like the Wild West. There’s gold to be mined, fortunes to be made, and chaos around every corner. But...
Apr 234 min read


Beware of Tax Scams: Insights from the IRS's 2025 “Dirty Dozen”
Each year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) releases its "Dirty Dozen" list - a compilation of the most prevalent tax scams.
Mar 284 min read


Tax Strategies for Startups: Maximizing Cash Flow in Your First Year
Starting a new business is both exciting and challenging. In the early stages, managing cash flow is critical to survival.
Mar 114 min read


IRA Contribution Limits for 2024 and 2025
You have until the federal tax filing deadline to make contributions for the previous tax year.
Feb 264 min read


Understanding the W9 Collection Process
Collecting W9 forms from vendors is critical to maintaining compliance and ensuring smooth tax reporting.
Jan 243 min read
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