Behling Tax & Accounting

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Behling Tax & Accounting has been handling personalized financial consulting, accounting and tax services since January 1997.

Running a successful business requires more than keeping up with the day-to-day. It also requires taking time to evaluat...
09/23/2026

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 (208) 557-3013 to learn more.

Many individuals invest in real estate to help diversify their portfolio, create an income stream for themselves from re...
09/22/2026

Many individuals invest in real estate to help diversify their portfolio, create an income stream for themselves from rental income and build net worth over time. Income and losses from investment real estate are considered passive by definition — unless you’re a real estate professional. Even then, you generally must “materially participate” in a rental activity for it to be treated as nonpassive. Why is this important? Passive income may be subject to the 3.8% net investment income tax on top of any income tax otherwise due, and passive losses are deductible only against passive income, with the excess carried forward. Call us at (208) 557-3013 to discuss tax planning for your investment real estate.

Enhanced Tax Credit Can Help Cover 2026 Care Costs – Did You Know? (1/2)If you pay for care for your qualifying child un...
09/21/2026

Enhanced Tax Credit Can Help Cover 2026 Care Costs – Did You Know? (1/2)

If you pay for care for your qualifying child under age 13, or for your spouse or other qualifying person who is physically or mentally incapable of self-care and lives with you for more than half the year, then you may qualify for a federal tax credit. The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC) can help cover care expenses you pay in order to work or seek work. Rule changes that took effect this year have made the CDCTC more valuable for many households.

As in past years, you may use up to $3,000 of eligible expenses to figure the credit for one qualifying person, or up to $6,000 for two or more qualifying persons. However, beginning in 2026, the maximum credit rate increased from 35% to 50% of eligible expenses. The applicable percentage declines as adjusted gross income rises, but many households may qualify for a larger credit than under prior law. The increase can be as much as $900 for taxpayers with two or more qualifying persons.

In general, the CDCTC is available for all filing statuses except married filing separately (MFS). However, MFS filers may qualify if they meet special requirements, including filing separately, maintaining a home for a qualifying person for more than half the year, paying more than half the cost of maintaining the home, and not living with their spouse during the last six months of the year. To claim the credit, you must provide information about both the care recipient and care provider on your tax return. A tax professional can help you determine whether you are eligible for the CDCTC, and if so, help you meet the reporting requirements to claim the largest possible credit.

If you’re thinking about financing a new vehicle, you may be able to deduct up to $10,000 per year of interest paid. The...
09/21/2026

If you’re thinking about financing a new vehicle, you may be able to deduct up to $10,000 per year of interest paid. The deduction is available for certain personal auto loans originated after Dec. 31, 2024 — even if you don’t itemize deductions. Modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) limits apply, and only qualifying vehicles assembled in the U.S. are eligible. Before purchasing, consider whether eligibility for the deduction should factor into your vehicle choice. We can help run the numbers. Call us at (208) 557-3013.

To attract and retain skilled workers, your small business needs to offer more than competitive pay. Your benefits packa...
09/17/2026

To attract and retain skilled workers, your small business needs to offer more than competitive pay. Your benefits package matters, too. Tax-free fringe benefits may be especially valuable to employees. Examples include many types of insurance (health, disability, long-term care and life), assistance plans (dependent care, adoption and educational) and transportation benefits, subject to certain limits. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act also changed some fringe-benefit tax rules for 2026 and beyond. Open enrollment is right around the corner for many businesses. As you review your 2027 benefits package, contact us at (208) 557-3013 for help evaluating your offerings and fine-tuning them as needed.

Are your bills piling up? Managing accounts payable can be challenging for small businesses — especially when payment ob...
09/16/2026

Are your bills piling up? Managing accounts payable can be challenging for small businesses — especially when payment obligations aren’t clearly tracked. QuickBooks Online tools can help by organizing upcoming bills, automating bill entry, and simplifying electronic or check payments. Stronger payables management may reduce missed deadlines and late fees and improve cash flow visibility. We can help your business use QuickBooks Online more efficiently and streamline your payables process. Contact us at (208) 557-3013 to learn more.

Teachers and other educators often spend their own money on books, supplies, equipment and other classroom needs. For 20...
09/15/2026

Teachers and other educators often spend their own money on books, supplies, equipment and other classroom needs. For 2026, eligible educators may have two ways to deduct qualifying unreimbursed expenses: A deduction of up to $350 is available whether or not they itemize, and a new deduction with no dollar cap is available to itemizers. Educators eligible for both deductions can first claim the above-the-line deduction and reap the benefits of reducing their adjusted gross income and, if they have eligible expenses in excess of $350, claim the itemized deduction for those excess expenses. (Educators can’t claim both deductions for the same expenses.) Contact us at (208) 557-3013 to see if you may be eligible.

Tax Rules for Scholarships, Grants and Fellowships - Did You Know?Common questions about education expenses relate to wh...
09/14/2026

Tax Rules for Scholarships, Grants and Fellowships - Did You Know?

Common questions about education expenses relate to whether scholarships, fellowships and grants constitute taxable income. These awards are generally tax-exempt when received by a degree candidate at an eligible educational institution and used for qualified education expenses, including tuition, required enrollment fees, and required course-related books, supplies and equipment.

However, taxes may apply to funds used for nonqualified expenses like housing, food, travel and optional equipment. Fellowships that carry a work requirement, such as serving as a teaching assistant, are generally taxable compensation to the extent they represent payment for teaching, research or other required services, subject to limited exceptions.

The educational institution or scholarship provider should provide you with detailed information about the potential taxability of funds. By reviewing that information with you, a tax professional can help you maximize both tax benefits and peace of mind.

Business owners: Are you or your employees planning to go “back to school” soon? Two types of work-related education cos...
09/14/2026

Business owners: Are you or your employees planning to go “back to school” soon? Two types of work-related education costs may qualify for business tax breaks: 1) those required to retain an existing job, license or professional status, and 2) those directly tied to maintaining or improving skills for a current trade or business. Deductible expenses can include tuition, books, supplies and possibly travel if the primary purpose of the trip is business-related education. However, you can’t deduct costs for education that help meet the minimum qualifications for a position or to qualify for a new trade or business. Contact us at (208) 557-3013 to learn the ABCs of work-related education expense deductions.

Bartering can be a viable way to conduct business, especially if you’re strapped for cash. But you can’t escape tax obli...
09/10/2026

Bartering can be a viable way to conduct business, especially if you’re strapped for cash. But you can’t escape tax obligations.

The fair market value of goods or services you receive generally must be reported as taxable income. Business expenses related to the exchange may also be deductible. Special rules apply if you use a barter exchange, including when trade credits are taxable and whether Form 1099-B reporting applies.

Good records are essential, including documentation of the fair market value, invoices, barter agreements and statements from barter exchanges. Whether you already barter or are considering it, call us at (208) 557-3013 to discuss the tax and reporting implications.

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