The 1099-NEC threshold changed for payments made in 2026. If your small business hires independent contractors, this article tells you what you need to know about it. For 2026, if your business pays an independent contractor $2,000 or more for … Continue reading →
Washington’s service tax applies to all companies doing business in the state. What’s new is that starting October 1, 2025, the state will tax some advertising services as retail sales. The new law, ESSB 5814, means that if you sell … Continue reading →
Free tax preparation software is a starting point for taxes, but you should learn more about what these tools can do and what they can miss.
Continue reading →Bookkeeping in January: Start the year strong with our guide to essential financial tasks, strategic planning, and effective tax preparation.
Continue reading →Learn the important considerations for how to choose the right business structure to protect yourself and optimize tax benefits
Continue reading →Employees versus contractors – what’s the difference and which is right for me? The choice can impact budget, project timelines & legal risk.
Continue reading →Putting things off isn’t about being lazy or undisciplined. This means that we are acting against our best interests. We know we should do something, but we can’t seem to make ourselves do it.
Continue reading →A well-planned budget is a part of planning for success. Here are some simple steps I recommend when building your business budget.
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