Navigating Divorce: The Value of a Financial Expert in Marital Dissolution
Marital dissolution, or divorce, can be a complicated and emotional process that can impact both parties involved, their children, and their finances. A financial expert…
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2023 Tax Scams (Part 2): How to Protect Yourself from Fraudsters
With tax refund season in full swing, it’s important to be cautious and aware of potential scams. Scammers are always looking for ways to steal…
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How Smith Patrick CPAs Is Guiding Missouri’s Cannabis Entrepreneurs through the Tax Maze
The Missouri cannabis industry is growing, and Amendment 3 has brought new tax deductions for marijuana businesses. Smith Patrick CPAs, a cannabis-focused CPA firm, is…
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Reduce Your Tax Bill on New Business Startup Costs: Here’s How
Starting a business is an exciting and challenging endeavor, but it’s important to keep taxes in mind. Whether you’re just getting started or already up…
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How Does the Estate Tax Exemption Impact You?
In the last decade, a lot has changed with tax planning for your estate. Most notably, the estate tax exemption. What Is Estate Tax? According…
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Cannabis | Consulting | Tax
What to Expect During IRS Cannabis Audits
Cannabis Audit Procedures Revealed in Confidential IRS Document It’s been documented that the IRS looks closely at cannabis businesses. We’ll take a look at the…
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Accounting | Cannabis | Tax
Attention Marijuana Operators: Learn the Tax Implications of Missouri Amendment 3
Tax law is changing for Missouri cannabis businesses. On November 8, 2022, Missouri Amendment 3, the Marijuana Legalization Initiative, was approved by voters, extending marijuana…
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Self-Employed Health Insurance Tax Deduction
Tax benefits are available to self-employed individuals who pay health insurance costs. Self-employed taxpayers can deduct 100% of their health insurance costs in computing their…
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Beware: Gift Card Tax Scams
After the the holiday season, gift card tax scams are common. Taxpayers should be aware of the tactics that thieves often use during this time…
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Green Home Improvements? Get Tax Credits with Inflation Reduction Act
If you’re making energy-efficient improvements to your home, you’ll want to pay attention to the newly passed Inflation Reduction Act. This new law expands or…
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Online Safety Steps to Avoid Tax Scams & Protect Your Identity
Thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal information to tax scams. During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, conducted every October, the mission of…
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Tax Impact: Hobby or Business?
Collecting stamps, woodworking, crafting, photography…people have all kinds of hobbies. Most people don’t make a profit from their hobby. However, hobbyists should be aware that…
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Accounting | Cannabis | Tax
Tax Challenges Facing Marijuana Related Businesses (MRBs)
Key Accounting and 280E Implications for Medical Marijuana Businesses This is a summary of key areas to evaluate for marijuana related businesses and their finance…
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Student Loan Cancellation: Impact on Taxes
How does the cancellation of your student loan affect your tax liability? In general, if a loan or other debt you owe is canceled, you…
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Prevent Tax-Related Identity Theft with an IRS IP PIN
In recent years, identity theft has invaded the lives of many tax payers as fraudsters have filed false tax returns and other schemes. Top Recommended…
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High Gas Prices Lead IRS to Increase Mileage Rate for 2022—Again
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced a mid-year mileage rate increase, used for calculating business tax deductions for vehicle use. This rare mileage increase is…
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Accounting | Cannabis | Tax
Things to Know About Tax Audits—Including Cautions for Cannabis Businesses
This year, the IRS will audit hundreds of thousands of tax returns. One in 100 businesses will be audited. The easiest way to survive a…
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IRS increases marijuana business audits after COVID-19 lull
According to MJBizDaily.com, the IRS put much of its routine work on the back burner, including audits, enforcement and collections during the coronavirus pandemic. However,…
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Accounting | Cannabis | News | Tax
For Legalized Marijuana, Banking Woes Persist: Smith Weighs in on St. Louis Public Radio
If you’re doing business with a medical marijuana company, your bank may charge you high fees or refuse to do business. David Smith, owner and…
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Cannabis | Consulting | Tax
Tax Update: Medical Marijuana Facilities Qualify for Manufacturer’s Sales and Use Tax Exemption in Missouri
Tax Benefit Question: Do medical marijuana facilities qualify for the manufacturer’s sales and use tax exemptions? This important tax benefit can realize a one-time or…
