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Accounting and Accountability

Jun 13, 2025

In this episode:

  • The benefits of long-term capital gains tax rates and how to qualify

  • The impact of the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax (often called the “Obamacare tax”)

  • The key differences between long-term and short-term capital gains

  • New increases to the standard deduction for 2025

  • A proposed...


May 30, 2025

In this podcast, listeners will hear about:

  • The proposed return of the auto loan interest deduction, including income phaseouts and U.S. vehicle assembly requirements.

  • Reinstatement of 100% bonus depreciation for qualifying property between 2025–2030.

  • Increased limits for Section 179 expensing on business asset...


May 16, 2025

In this episode:

  • Explanation of how Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) work, including tax benefits, contribution limits, and how they differ from FSAs

  • Reminder for nonprofits about the May 15 Form 990 filing deadline and the risk of losing tax-exempt status if not filed properly

  • Tax treatment of different types of...


May 2, 2025

  • Discussion on the so-called "IRS exodus" and its actual impact on audits, including the shift in enforcement strategy.

  • Cautionary advice about taking overly aggressive tax positions due to perceived reduced IRS oversight.

  • Importance of avoiding audit risks, especially when dealing with inexperienced agents.

  • IRA...


Apr 18, 2025

In this episode:

  • Roth IRA Conversions Explained – What they are, how they work, who should consider them, and the tax strategy behind converting gradually.

  • Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) – Using IRA withdrawals to make tax-free donations if you're over 70½.

  • Depreciation & “Placed in Service”...