Bill Bates CPA

07/14/2026

The IRS has announced that it will begin automatically forgiving certain penalties for taxpayers who have not had a similar penalty in the past three years, rather than requiring them or their tax preparer to request relief for them.

The IRS will automatically waive certain penalties for eligible taxpayers with a strong compliance history. Learn who qualifies.

07/13/2026

Learn how the 180-day rule may allow certain 2026 capital gains to be deferred through a Qualified Opportunity Fund investment.

07/10/2026

A mid-year tax review helps business owners improve cash flow, reduce surprises, and make smarter decisions before year-end.

07/09/2026

Employers of all sizes can assemble a portfolio of fringe benefits that materially increase employees’ total compensation while delivering tax advantages to both the business and employees.

Learn how fringe benefits can boost employee compensation while providing valuable tax advantages for both employers and employees.

07/08/2026

Many homeowners overpay by not shopping for mortgages. Learn how rates, refinancing, taxes, and cash flow can affect your finances.

07/06/2026

Getting married this year? Learn how marriage can affect your taxes, withholding, refunds, and filing status before you say "I do."

06/29/2026

Learn how short-term and seasonal home rentals can affect your taxes, including income reporting rules and available tax benefits.

06/26/2026

Here are the July 2026 Business Due Dates

Stay on top of July 2026 business tax deadlines, including payroll tax deposits, Form 941, Form 5500 filings, and FUTA tax requirements.

06/25/2026

Here are the July 2026 Individual Due Dates

Stay on top of important July 2026 tax deadlines, including estimated tax planning and tip income reporting requirements for employees.

06/25/2026

Florida lawmakers are pursuing major property tax changes. Here's why homeowners across the country are paying attention.