Small business owners know that high performers seek out jobs that offer them an opportunity to grow and to develop professionally. Benefits are also important to job seekers. However, salary plays a major role in the decision to accept a job offer. Every owner of a small business struggles with the question of how much to pay a new hire. As a small business owner, you understand that applicable wage… Read More
Beyond Tax Season: Creating Revenue Stability Year-Round
For many businesses, especially those in the tax preparation industry, revenue can be heavily skewed towards the first few months of the year. The intense demand during tax season can create a boom-bust cycle, making it challenging to maintain stable income throughout the year. However, there are strategies that can help create revenue stability year-round, ensuring a more predictable and sustainable financial outlook. Diversify Your Service Offerings One of the… Read More
What’s the Value of Your Business?
Like most business owners, you have probably invested a lot of energy into growing your business. And like other business owners, you probably hope to exit your business at some point in the future with enough money to ensure your financial security. When the time comes to sell your business, you’ll have to determine its fair market value (FMV) to ensure you’ll receive a fair price. Since it is a… Read More
Mark Perlberg CPA PLLC’s Self-Employment Health Insurance Guide
The heat is turning up everywhere right now, literally and metaphorically. Word on the streets from my Atlanta tax pro friends is that the IRS is leveling up their ERC claim investigations right now. If you filed a claim correctly, meaning you met all the requirements, nothing to worry about here. But if you fell prey to the ERC mills touting free government money or you got bad advice to file… Read More
Mid-Year Business Goals Check-in For Atlanta Owners
The longest day of the year is this week. With the sun setting so late, it almost feels like getting to live another day when work’s done. But, as exciting as the summer solstice is, it should feel a bit like a slap in the face — we’re halfway through the year already! That means you have six months to achieve the business goals you laid out for your company… Read More
What is the Short-term Rental Loophole
As enticing as the tax benefits and wealth creation opportunities may seem with short-term rentals, it’s crucial to approach the short-term rental loophole with caution and a well-thought-out strategy because the short-term rental market is not without its challenges. Consider the following: Average Stays: If the duration of guest stays is under 7 days, you DO NOT need Real Estate Professional Tax Status to treat losses as nonpassive. Material Participation:… Read More