Industry News & Firm Updates
Five Overlooked Tax Breaks for Individuals
Are you confused about which credits and deductions you can claim on your 2022 tax return? You’re not alone. With tax law becoming more complicated every year, it’s hard to remember which tax breaks are available in any given year. With that in mind, here are five tax...
abip Names Richard Dyo Equity Partner
HOUSTON – abip CPAs & Advisors (abip) a Texas-based tax, accounting, and consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Richard Dyo, CPA, CHFP, has been admitted as an Equity Partner. Richard has over 30 years of knowledge and experience consulting in federal and...
Taxable vs. Nontaxable Income
Are you wondering if there's a hard and fast rule about what income is taxable and what income is not? The quick answer is that all income is taxable unless the law specifically excludes it. But as you might have guessed, there's more to it than that. Taxable income...
Tax Breaks for Older Adults and Retirees
Everyone wants to save money on their taxes, and retirees and older adults are no exception. If you're 50 or older, here are six tax tips that could help you do just that. 1. Standard Deduction for Seniors If you and your spouse...
Highlights of the Secure 2.0 Act of 2022
The $1.66 trillion Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, was signed into law on December 29, 2022, by President Biden. Included in the 4,155-page bill is the SECURE Act 2.0 of 2022, which contains a number of tax provisions relating to retirement. Let's take a look...
Businesses: Important Tax Changes in 2023
Here's what small business owners need to know about tax law changes and inflation adjustments for the year ahead. Standard Mileage Rates In 2023, the rate for business miles driven is 65.5 cents, up 3 cents from the midyear increase setting the rate for the second...
Individual Taxpayers: Tax Changes for 2023
Every year, it's a sure bet that there will be changes to current tax law, and this year is no different. From standard deductions to health savings accounts and tax rate schedules, here's a checklist of tax changes to help you plan the year ahead. Individuals In...
Getting Ready for the 2023 Tax Filing Season
Filing your 2022 tax return promises to be just as complicated as always; however, there are steps that taxpayers can take right now to ensure their tax filing experience goes smoothly. Let's look at what's new for 2022 and some key items taxpayers should consider...