Herman P. Ortiz, CPA, PC

02/15/2026

SBA announced it has taken action to remove over 150 D.C.-based firms from the 8(a) Program after finding that they failed to qualify as “economically disadvantaged.”

Learn more: https://www.sba.gov/article/2026/02/11/sba-moves-terminate-over-150-8a-firms-washington-dc-following-eligibility-review

02/15/2026

The update allows firms that serve larger numbers of taxpayers to manage centralized authorization file access, view client information, and streamline authorizations online.

11/01/2025

https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/estimated-taxes

Who must pay estimated taxes, how much to pay and when to pay them.

11/01/2025

Happy Halloween

10/24/2025

We’re here at the Small Business and M/WBE Showcase 2025! 🎉
Big thanks to Nassau County and Nassau Community College for putting together such a great event. It’s awesome connecting with fellow small business owners and sharing what our accounting firm is all about.

10/11/2025

Are you a business owner or thinking about starting your own business? Join us for an informative and practical webinar designed to help you understand the essentials of business accounting and taxes.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your financial skills, this session will give you the tools and insights to manage your business finances confidently and stay compliant with tax regulations.
What You’ll Learn:
How to set up and maintain your business books
Key tax responsibilities for different business structures
Common mistakes to avoid and how to stay audit-ready
Tips for maximizing deductions and saving money
Who Should Attend:
Small business owners
Freelancers and independent contractors
Aspiring entrepreneurs
Anyone interested in understanding business finances
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ET)
Location: Online (link will be provided upon registration)
Cost: Free
Reserve your spot now and take control of your business finances!

Master small biz finances! Learn P&L, balance sheets, payroll, QuickBooks & tax tips to keep your business running smoothly.

10/03/2025

Always great to attend a UB alumni event. I had the pleasure to hear a speech from the President of UB about the wonderful things alumni and the university have accomplished.

08/08/2025

Celebrating 12 years in business, an employee’s birthday and an employee’s 10 years work anniversary Time flies when you’re having fun. Business tip - celebrate employee birthdays, work anniversaries, and company milestones, trust me on this one.

05/16/2025

Fun times golfing and discussing tax reductions strategies.

05/09/2025

Thank you Will Etchison and Beard Group, Inc for inviting our accounting team to the first ever Distressed Investing Media Night. We had fun meeting all the major players in the distressed investing industry.

04/13/2025

Peace out 2025 income tax filing season.