You know that feeling when tax season rolls around and you realize you haven’t heard from your CPA since last April? That knot in your stomach isn’t just stress about taxes. It’s your gut telling you something’s off in this relationship. A great CPA does more than crunch numbers and file forms. They should be …
The qualified business income deduction (QBI) has been a valuable tax benefit for business owners since its introduction in 2018. This powerful provision allows eligible taxpayers to deduct up to 20% of their qualified business income, offering significant tax savings that help businesses reinvest in growth and operations. With the recent passage of the One …
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If your business has multiple owners, there’s one document you absolutely need but might be overlooking: a buy-sell agreement. This essential document spells out exactly how an owner can sell their stake in the business, whether to another partner or a third party. Think of it as a roadmap for what happens when an owner—or …
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Your first financial audit can feel overwhelming—like that dentist appointment you’ve been putting off. The anticipation is often much worse than the actual experience, and understanding what to expect can help ease those pre-audit nerves. At CJG Partners, we guide small and mid-market businesses through audits regularly, and we’re here to help, not to catch …
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