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Richards Vissicchio Douglass CPAs PLLC

We are a full-service CPA firm licensed in NY. We offer a broad range of services for business owner

Our expertise provides closely-held businesses and individuals with the best in the essential core service areas of accounting, financial statement preparation, tax planning and tax preparation. Our clients benefit from much more than these traditional services though! RVD's innovative "team" approach enables you to see us as your consultants and advisors for any business or personal financial sit

uation that comes up. We believe that by serving as your "quarterback," first working with you, then synchronizing efforts with your staff, attorney, insurance agent, and financial planner, minimizes the stress you feel and focuses all energy toward your vision. With each member of your team performing specific tasks, well aware of your goals, communication is at its best, and the services you will receive from your professional advisors will be performed specifically for the option that fits you best, the first time! This "team" approach is a proven time, money and stress reliever for our clients. Whether business owners or not, we are trusted by our clients to develop strategies and options in the critical areas of investment and financial planning, insurance review, college funding, succession and retirement planning, and gifting and estate planning alternatives. Contact us with any issue you're facing, and we'll show you what we can do!

12/17/2025

If you're in a dispute with the IRS, mediation — also called “alternative dispute resolution” — may be a helpful option. It's a voluntary, nonbinding process that may offer a faster, less stressful way to avoid lengthy appeals or costly court battles. Both parties to mediation can walk away at any time. Mediation is especially useful for taxpayers with limited issues or those seeking quicker resolution during the early stages of an audit. However, it doesn’t replace the audit or collection process and doesn’t allow new evidence. We’re here to discuss this and other options with you at (516) 938-4200.

12/16/2025

We’re more than just tax and accounting professionals. We’re your partners in business growth. Beyond preparing your tax returns and keeping your books in order, we can help you improve cash flow, safely plan for expansion and make smarter financial decisions. Let’s talk about how our advisory services can strengthen your strategic planning, streamline operations, and uncover new opportunities for long-term growth and success. Call us today at (516) 938-4200 to schedule a consultation.

12/15/2025

If you own a life insurance policy, a portion of its proceeds could be lost to estate tax if your estate exceeds the gift and estate tax exemption amount. If you don’t own the policy, the proceeds won’t be included in your taxable estate. Using an irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT) can keep life insurance policies out of your estate. An ILIT owns one or more policies on your life, and it manages and distributes policy proceeds according to your wishes. You aren’t allowed to retain any powers over the policy, such as the right to change the beneficiary. Contact us at (516) 938-4200 for details.

12/12/2025

The new tax law introduced deductions for qualified tips and qualified overtime compensation. Specifically, for 2025 through 2028, it creates a deduction of up to $25,000 for tips income in certain industries. It also creates a deduction of up to $12,500 ($25,000 for joint filers) for qualified overtime pay. Because employers and payors may not yet have adequate procedures to comply with the new rules, the IRS has designated 2025 as a transition period and is providing penalty relief. Notice 2025-62 offers relief to employers and payors for not filing correct information returns and not providing correct payee statements to employees and other payees. For more information, call us at (516) 938-4200.

12/10/2025

Fraud often hides in plain sight. Some red flags to watch for include reporting delays, unexplained cash shortages, missing inventory, inconsistent financial reports, duplicate payments and vendors you don’t recognize. You may also notice employees who resist sharing responsibilities, override company policies or avoid taking vacations. Don’t ignore your instincts. We can help investigate financial anomalies, identify weak controls and recover losses. Call us at (516) 938-4200 to strengthen your internal controls and gain peace of mind.

12/09/2025

College costs like tuition, books, computers and, generally, room and board have long qualified for tax-free 529 plan withdrawals, with no annual limit. For elementary and secondary school expenses, the limit has been $10,000 per year per student, with only tuition qualifying. Starting with expenses incurred after July 4, 2025, additional K–12 expenses like books and instructional materials also qualify, with the cap increasing to $20,000 per year in 2026. Also effective after July 4, 2025, certain credentialing programs qualify. Call us at (516) 938-4200 to discuss how to make the most of 529 plans.

12/08/2025

Like race car drivers, business owners need to keep their eyes on certain gauges as they look to outpace the competition. Another term for such gauges is key performance indicators (KPIs). These measurements allow you to track your business’s performance in a wide variety of contexts. We can help you choose the optimal KPIs for your operations and strategic goals. Please contact us at (516) 938-4200.

12/05/2025

The Social Security Administration said that Social Security benefits for 2026, including Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments, will increase 2.8%. These changes reflect cost-of-living adjustments based on inflation. Social Security retirement benefits will increase by about $56 per month on average starting in January. Increased payments to SSI recipients will begin on Dec. 31, 2025. (Note: Some people receive both Social Security benefits and SSI.) The maximum earnings subject to Social Security tax (the so-called “wage base”) will increase $8,400, from $176,100 to $184,500. Have questions about the Social Security tax? Call us at (516) 938-4200.

12/03/2025

It’s time to take control of your tax bill! As the year winds down, smart businesses ramp up tax planning. The 4th quarter is your chance to make moves to lower your 2025 tax bill. For example, buy qualifying equipment and put it into service before year-end to take advantage of depreciation deductions, which due to recent tax law changes are now even better. Accelerate or defer income depending on your projected tax bracket for this year and next. These are only a couple of the strategic steps you can take. Contact us at (516) 938-4200 to schedule a year-end tax planning session.

12/02/2025

Tax penalties can feel like dragging a ball and chain. They may happen even when you’ve done your best to comply with tax law. Don’t panic. Penalty relief may be available. For example, if you suffered a serious illness, were a victim of a natural disaster, or relied on bad advice from the IRS, you may qualify for penalty abatement. A penalty may arise from actions such as filing late, making a late tax payment or missing a deposit. If you receive an IRS notice that you think is incorrect or unjust, you don’t have to tackle it alone. Contact us at (516) 938-4200 for help with this matter.

12/01/2025

Navigating tax law can be complex. But you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re filing as an individual taxpayer or running a business, we can provide solutions tailored to you. Contact us at (516) 938-4200 for help ensuring tax compliance and maximizing tax savings.

11/28/2025

The IRS has issued transitional guidance to auto lenders required to report certain vehicle loan interest for 2025. Under the tax legislation signed into law in July, interest on qualified passenger vehicle loans originated after Dec. 31, 2024, generally is deductible up to $10,000. Lenders must provide eligible taxpayers with the appropriate information to claim the deduction on their 2025 tax returns. According to the guidance, the IRS will consider that lenders have met their reporting obligations for interest received on a qualified vehicle loan in 2025 if they make statements available to buyers indicating the total amount of interest received. To learn more about the new vehicle loan interest deduction, contact us at (516) 938-4200.

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366 N Broadway, Suite 314
Jericho, NY
11753

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+15169384200

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http://www.rvdcpa.com/

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