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Organizing Your Tax Documents: What Your Tax Advisor Actually Needs (and What They Don’t)

Cost Segregation: When It Works, When It Doesn’t, and When It Backfires

Year-End Isn’t Over Yet: Tax Moves You Can Still Make in January

Husband-and-Wife LLCs: Do You Really Have to File a Partnership Return?

USPS Postmarks and Tax Deadlines: A Hidden Filing Risk Many Taxpayers Miss

Tax Filing Basics: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes and IRS Letters

 Make Tax Season Easy with Molen & Associate’s Expert Financial Services

Common Tax Mistakes Small Businesses Should Avoid

Getting Ready for Tax Season: How to Stay Calm, Organized, and Ahead in 2025

Understanding S Corporation Tax Returns: Form 1120-S and Schedule K-1

Smart Financial Solutions for Growing Businesses in Houston

What to Expect as a New Client at Molen & Associates: Your Tax Prep Process, Start to Finish

Financial Clarity Starts with Clean Books and Proper Tax Planning

Do You Need Financial Statements? What They Are and Why They Matter for Your Business

Why Professional Individual Tax Preparation Saves You Money

Understanding the K-1 from Form 1065: What Partnerships Need to Know

What Is Financial Statement Preparation and Why Do You Need It?

Signs Your Business Needs Bookkeeping Services in Houston Texas

Unlocking Real Estate Losses: Smart Tax Strategies for Investors

The Most Overlooked Small Business Tax Deductions—and What You Should Track Year-Round

When You Need IRS Representation in Houston for Tax Issues

Year-End Tax Planning Strategies to Reduce Your Tax Bill Before December 31

Will You Receive a $2,000 Tariff Stimulus Check in 2025? What We Know So FarBy Molen & Associates | December 2025

Setting Up QuickBooks for Your Small Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

Tax Planning for Business Owners: Moves to Make Before Year-End

Retirement and Taxes: Tips for Maximizing Social Security and Managing RMDs

Why Corporate Accounting Is the Foundation of Every Successful Business

Is Your Business Audit-Ready? Start with Proper Financial Statement Preparation

How Do I Pay Myself as a Business Owner? A Guide to Getting Paid Properly

Tax Planning for Business Owners in 2025: What’s New and What’s Important

Year-End Charitable Giving & Tax Deduction Strategies: What You Need to Know Before December 31st

Can You Deduct Your Dog on Your Taxes? Here’s When It’s Actually Allowed

Tax Planning for Business Owners: Choosing the Right Business Structure to Save Taxes

Catching Up on Bookkeeping: A 30-Day Plan for Business Owners

Tax Deductions for Real Estate Investors: What You Can and Can’t Claim

Section 179 & Bonus Depreciation

Law Enforcement Tax Preparation: Maximizing Deductions for Police Officers and First Responders

S Corporation Tax Preparation: Advantages, Requirements, and Filing Tips

Why Accurate Financial Statement Preparation Is Crucial for Every Business

Bookkeeping Services for Small Businesses: Saving Time, Money, and Stress

How Divorce Affects Taxes: Filing Status, Alimony, and Dependents

What Happens If You Don’t File Taxes on Time?

Tax Preparation for Real Estate Agents: Navigating Deductions and Record-Keeping

Tax Preparation for Law Enforcement Officers: Deductions and Credits You Shouldn’t Miss

Why Real Estate Agents in Texas Need Specialized Tax Preparation Services

Quarterly Estimated Taxes & Withholding Checkup: How to Avoid Penalties and Take Control of Your Cash Flow

S Corporation Tax Preparation: What Business Owners in Texas Need to Know

Franchise Tax in Texas: What It Is, Who Pays, and When

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing C Corp Taxes

Common Bookkeeping Mistakes Small Businesses Make (and How to Fix Them)

 Corporation Tax Preparation: A Step-by-Step Guide for Business Owners

What’s the Difference Between a Bookkeeper and an Accountant?

One Big Beautiful Bill: High-Income Phaseouts You Need to Know

One Big Beautiful Bill: Clean Energy and “Green” Tax Credits You Can Use

How the OBBB Tax Bill Could Save a Texas Family Thousands in 2025

How to Correctly Pay Yourself and Take Cash from Your Business

Estate & Gift Planning – What’s Changing Under the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)

Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) – Everything You Need to Know Under the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)

Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit – Everything You Need to Know Under the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)

Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZ) – Everything You Need to Know Under the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)

One Big Beautiful Bill: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Top 10 Tax Planning Tips Before Year-End Under the One Big Beautiful Bill

One Big Beautiful Bill: What Didn’t Change

One Big Beautiful Bill: Expanded 529 Plan Benefits for Education, Careers, and Beyond

One Big Beautiful Bill: SALT Deduction Cap Increased to $40,000

One Big Beautiful Bill: New Tipping & Overtime Income Exemption

One Big Beautiful Bill: How the New U.S. Auto Loan Interest Deduction Works

One Big Beautiful Bill: Charitable Contribution Changes You Should Know

New $6,000 Senior Deduction: One Big Beautiful Bill

“1099 & Contractor Reporting Changes with the OBBB: What You Need to Know”

One Big Beautiful Bill: Understanding the New Trump Savings Accounts

“Parenting Pays: Unpacking the New Child Tax Credit & Dependent Care Credit for 2025”

One Big Beautiful Bill: Home Office and Mileage Deductions for Realtors, Contractors & 1099 Workers

Section 179 and Bonus Depreciation Changes: What the OBBB Means for 2025 and Beyond

QBI Deduction Changes Under the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)

The One Big Beautiful Bill: How Standard Deduction and Tax Bracket Changes Impact Your Taxes

Tax Tips for Retirees: Maximize Social Security & RMDs

Donor Advised Funds: What Are They and How Do They Work?

How Bookkeeping Can Help You Secure a Business Loan

Real Estate Investor Tax Deductions: What to Claim

Can I Deduct Medical Expenses? What Counts and What Doesn’t

Divorce and Taxes: Filing Status, Alimony, and Dependents

Breaking Down the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB): What the 2025 Tax Reform Means for You

Major life changes and taxes

What happens if you don’t file on time

Want to deduct your dog? Here’s how?

Claim $1600 Stimulus Check – IRS 2025 Rebate & Eligibility

Bookkeeper vs. Accountant: What’s the Difference?

How to Set Up Your IRS Online Account with ID.me

What Is the One Big Beautiful Bill Act? Key Tax Changes for 2025 and Beyond

5 Signs Your Business Needs Accounting Help

Tax Implications: Employees vs. Contractors

Maximize Your QBI Deduction Before It’s Gone: Act Now!

Outsourced vs. In-House Bookkeeping: Which Is Best?

Cash vs. Accrual Accounting: Which is Best for Your Business?

Filing S Corp Taxes: A Step-by-Step Guide for Business Owners

Individual Tax Preparation: What You Need to Know Before Filing

How to Save Taxes When Selling a Business

What to Know About the Kiddie Tax

What to Know About 1099s and Contractor Payments

Breaking Down the Costs of Poor Bookkeeping

Do You Need a 6000 Pound Vehicle for Tax Purposes?

Why Regular Financial Reports Matter for Small Businesses

How to Prepare Your Books for Tax Season

Choosing the Right Business Structure for Tax Efficiency

The Right Way to Get Travel Reimbursements from Your C or S Corporation

Best Retirement Plan Options for a Solo-Owned C or S Corporation in 2025

The Best Retirement Plans for Sole Proprietors to Lower Your 2024 Tax Bill

How to Reconcile Your Bank Statements Like a Pro

How to Set Up a Simple Chart of Accounts for Your Business

In-Kind Donations: Understanding Their Impact on Taxes and How to Account for Them

Tax Loss Harvesting: A Strategic Guide to Reducing Your Tax Bill

How to Deduct Your Travel Expenses for Business

Almost the Last Chance to Claim the 2021 Employee Retention Credit (ERC)!

Understanding RMDs: What They Are and Why They Matter

What If an S Corp Owner Can’t Pay Reasonable Compensation?

S Corp Owns Rental Property: What Happens If You Die?

Understanding EIN Numbers: Common Pitfalls & Everything You Need to Know

How Can I Make the Most of my Tax Meeting?

How to Determine Your Tax Withholding: A Comprehensive Guide

Tax Considerations for Non-Profit Organizations

When Should You Consult an Expert for Bookkeeping Services for Small Businesses?

How to Avoid or Minimize Social Security and Medicare Taxes

The Tax Benefits of Long-Term Care Insurance: What You Need to Know?

2024-2025 Tax Updates

Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs): What Are They and Why Are They Required?

HRA 105 Reimbursement Plan: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses

Do I Need to Pay Taxes on Payments Received in Cash?

Bonus Depreciation: Maximizing Tax Benefits for Businesses

Which Accounting Software to Use – QBD, QBO, Excel, NetSuite, Wave, Xero, etc.

How Can You Use the Capital Gains Exclusion When Selling Your Home?

Compensation and K-1 Reporting for Partnership Owners

W-2 Salary vs. Distributions vs. K-1 for S-Corp Owners

Non-Compete Law Changes in 2024: What Employers and Workers Need to Know

FLSA Changes in 2024: What Employers and Employees Need to Know

What Tax Documents Should I Save, and How Long Should I Save Them?

Underpayment Penalties and How to Avoid Them

Choosing the Right Filing Status for Your Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide

Why Corporations and S-Corporations Cannot Deduct Shareholder Expenses Directly on the Corporate Return

Understanding Storm-Related Tax Implications for Texas Tax Filers: Hurricane Beryl and the May Derecho

Roth vs Traditional IRA: A Comprehensive Guide

Credits vs Deductions: What is the Difference?

IRS Audits: Understanding the Process, Red Flags, and Preparation

Energy Tax Credits: Tax Incentives for Energy-Efficient Home Improvements and Renewable Energy Installations

Foreign Income and Taxes: Understanding the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and Tax Implications for Expatriates

Understanding the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT): Who It Affects and How It Works

Tax Implications of Inheritance: Understanding Estate Taxes, Inheritance Taxes, and Step-Up in Basis Rules

Healthcare and Taxes: Navigating Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Medical Expense Deductions

Tax Credits for Families: Navigating the Child Tax Credit and the Child and Dependent Care Credit

Retirement Contributions and Taxes: Understanding the Tax Implications of Contributing to IRAs and 401(k)s

Texas has been declared a Federal Disaster. What does this mean?

The Strategic Advantage of Cost Segregation in Tax Planning

Charitable Planning: A Strategic Approach to Philanthropy and Tax Benefits

Maximizing Tax Benefits through Strategic Business Vehicle Usage

Understanding the 529 Savings Plan: A Comprehensive Guide

Tax Scams and Fraud: Navigating the Maze of Tax Scams and Fraud Awareness

Navigating the World of Business Expense Deductions: A Comprehensive Guide for Small Businesses

Unlocking the Benefits of Charitable Contributions: A Guide to Maximizing Your Tax Advantages

Detailed Guide on Cryptocurrency Taxation and Reporting

Gig Economy Taxation: a Detailed Overview

Standard Deduction vs. Itemizing: A Comprehensive Guide for Small Business Owners and Self-Employed Individuals

Real Estate and Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide

Steps to Filing a Tax Extension

How to Pay Your Child From Your Business

Tax Tips for Newlyweds

Self-Employment Taxes: A Deeper Dive

Education Tax Benefits: Maximizing Savings with Credits and Deductions

How to request Individual Penalty Abatement

Understanding the Child Tax Credit for 2023

Tax-Smart Strategies to Pay for College

Unlocking Financial Freedom: The Strategic Power of Revoke-S Elections

The Augusta Rule: A Comprehensive Guide to the Section 280A Deduction for Small Business Owners

Unleashing the Mega Backdoor Roth: Maximizing Your Retirement Savings

Get Organized and Sail Smoothly with a Family Tax Firm

Tax Troubles in Houston?

The Ultimate Guide to Streamlining Your Small Business Finances

Navigating Self-Employment Taxes with Molen & Associates

Maximizing Tax Benefits for Your Home Office

2024 Tax Updates

Mastering the 199A Deduction: Your Ultimate Guide

Cruising to a write off

Shielding Your Business: The Power of IRS Representation in Tax Matters

Corporate Transparency Act – Beneficial Ownership Reporting: Are You Prepared?

The IRS is Cracking Down on S-Corp Salaries: How To Ensure Your Reasonable Compensation is Safe

Should You Be Making Quarterly Payments?

Slash Your Self-Employment Tax

How Tax Planning Can Help You Grow, Preserve and Protect Your Wealth

Why a Local Family Tax Firm is Your Best Co-Pilot in Space City!

Uncovering the Top 5 Deductions to Save Time, Money, and Stress!

Streamline Your Finances with Molen & Associates: The Power of Corporate Accounting

Mastering Your Numbers: The Secret to Small Business Tax Triumph!

Should I Get Life Insurance For My Kids?

The Tax Time Warp: Why Retirement May Bring Higher Tax Rates Than Your Earning Years

Is My Home a Good Investment?

Using a QuickBooks File During an Audit: How to Protect Yourself

Should I Open an HSA?

Personal Finance Tips for Young Adults

How to Track Expenses

How To Accurately Record Commuting Mileage and Increase Tax Deductions

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