Aug 8, 2025
IRS Delays & Staffing Cuts
The IRS is facing a 25% workforce reduction, which may delay the
start of the 2026 filing season and limit live support. Hear how
this could impact your business and what to expect.
Disaster Relief Gets Easier
New rules make it simpler to deduct uninsured personal losses from
state-declared disasters. If you or a loved one faced property
damage before July 4, 2025, there may be relief available—but there
are key conditions.
Temporary Tax Breaks You Might
Miss
The podcast breaks down two new deductions—the $6,000 senior
deduction and the $10,000 auto loan interest deduction—for those
who qualify. Both are generous, both are temporary, and both come
with income limits that could catch you off guard.
No, Your Home Sale Still Isn’t
Tax-Free
Despite political promises, the longstanding home sale gain
exclusion rules haven’t changed. But we explain why this still
matters for your long-term planning.
Segregation of Duties—Why It’s Not Just a
Buzzword
If your bookkeeper also cuts checks and reconciles the bank
account, you’re at risk. We share real-life scenarios that show how
even the most trusted employees can slip—and what to do to protect
your business.
Small Businesses Are Prime Targets for
Fraud
Fraud in small businesses often flies under the radar, but it hurts
more. Learn how to spot red flags like “lifestyle creep” and
resistance to oversight before they snowball into major losses.
Practical Steps to Protect Your
Organization
From using accounting software the right way to setting up
passwords, vendor controls, surprise checks, and insurance
coverage—these are simple, actionable ways to create a
fraud-resistant culture.
The Power of Knowing Your
Numbers
If you can’t explain your financials, you’re handing over control.
We’ll show you how to get a grip on your books—without having to
become an accountant.