Christiansen Accounting

08/31/2026

Planning for tomorrow starts today. A solid succession strategy helps protect your business, reduce disruption, and ensure leadership changes happen smoothly when the time comes. Curious what it takes to secure your transition? Find out how proactive planning can safeguard everything you’ve built.

Discover how succession planning protects your business continuity and ensures a smooth leadership transition. Contact Christiansen Accounting for advice.

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

Got a NYC property notice in the mail? It doesn’t necessarily mean you owe a new tax—but it could affect your real estate strategy. Learn why these preliminary letters matter, what to check first, and how to protect yourself from costly mistakes. Read now.

NYC is mailing preliminary notices for the new pied-à-terre tax on high-value non-primary homes. Find out what steps to take next with Christiansen Accounting.

08/27/2026

Estimated taxes aren’t just for April—September 15 is a key deadline for anyone with income not fully covered by withholding. A small mid-year payment can help you avoid a surprise tax bill and possible penalties later. Curious if you need to pay? Read now and stay ahead.

Stay on track for the September 15, 2026 estimated tax deadline. Learn who must pay, safe harbor rules, and how to avoid underpayment penalties.

08/26/2026

Your 50s can be the most powerful decade for retirement planning—but only if you use it wisely. From catch-up contributions to tax-saving moves you may be missing, the decisions you make now can shape your retirement for decades. Read now to see how to make the most of this crucial window.

Maximize your savings and minimize lifetime taxes. Learn how to navigate catch-up rules, the Rule of 55, and Roth conversions in the decade before retirement.

08/25/2026

Donating appreciated stock can be a smart win-win: you may give more to charity and potentially save more on taxes by avoiding capital gains. Curious how it works—and when it’s most beneficial? Read now to see if this strategy fits your giving plan.

Learn how donating long-term appreciated stock directly to charity maximizes your deduction while avoiding capital gains taxes. Get tips from our experts.

08/24/2026

Did you know a Health Savings Account can give you tax benefits in 3 different ways? If you have a high-deductible health plan, an HSA could be a smart way to save on medical costs while growing your money tax-advantaged. Find out how it could fit into your tax strategy—read now!

Discover how a Health Savings Account (HSA) can provide tax advantages for your medical expenses, contributions, and account growth.

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

QuickBooks Online is changing fast—AI-powered bookkeeping, conversational insights, and even integration with tools like ChatGPT and Claude. Plus, some plans will see price increases at renewal. Curious what it means for your business? Read now to see how these updates could affect you.

Explore the late 2026 QuickBooks Online updates, including subscription price increases, new AI integrations, and what these changes mean for your business.

08/21/2026

The businesses that finish the year strongest usually start planning in late summer — not November. From cash flow and inventory to taxes and pricing, a few smart moves now can make a big difference in Q4. Read now to see 7 proactive steps to help your business stay ahead.

Get your business ready for the Q4 holiday rush with these seven crucial financial planning steps from Christiansen Accounting.