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President Biden’s “Build Back Better” policy initiative, which targets economic recovery, includes a $1.8 trillion American Families Plan (AFP) and a $2.3 trillion American Jobs Plan. The administration plans to fund both initiatives through a Made in America Tax Plan. Below is an overview of what’s included in this far-reaching tax overhaul.
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was created in 2020 by the CARES Act to help small businesses withstand the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The recently passed PPP Extension Act of 2021 extends the deadline for PPP applications from March 31 to May...
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was signed into law by President Biden on March 11, 2021. Intended to facilitate the United States’ recovery from the devastating economic and health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, this economic rescue legislation is one of the...
President Trump recently signed a second stimulus package—called the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Act)—into law. The legislation includes over $300 billion in aid for small businesses. Below is a breakdown of some of the business tax changes and extenders in...
A group of centrist lawmakers recently revealed an economic relief bill totaling approximately $908 billion. The plan has gained some traction among both congressional Democrats and Senate Republicans, getting talks moving again after Democrats and Republicans have...
Indianapolis, IN - Daniel L. Kittell, CPA, Managing Partner of MKR CPAs & Advisors, has been named a 2026 Five Star Investment Professional, an honor that recognizes only a select group of financial services professionals in the Indianapolis market for their...
It happens to even the most organized taxpayers; a missed deadline, a late payment. The IRS just rolled out a program that can automatically clear certain penalties without you lifting a finger. See who qualifies and what to do if a notice still slips through.
AI can spot an abnormal finding buried in a routine scan — but what happens next often falls through the cracks. See why detection alone isn’t enough, and what practices need to actually close the follow-through gap.
A 401(k) is a start, not a finish line. Once you’re out of the workforce, you’ll need a plan for turning savings into income, managing taxes, covering healthcare costs, and protecting your legacy. Here’s what a complete retirement plan actually requires.
Key Takeaways: Winning new clients matters, but firms that can't retain them must keep replacing lost revenue before growth is possible. Reliability and follow-through, not just expertise, are what build or break client trust over time. Proactive, consistent...
Key Takeaways: Keeping a gap between income and spending, even as income grows, is the foundational habit behind long-term wealth building. High-interest debt quietly drains money that could otherwise go toward saving and investing — paying it down is one of the best...
Key Takeaways: A Roth conversion moves money from a traditional account into a Roth, taxed now in exchange for tax-free growth and withdrawals later. Converting during a temporarily lower-income year, such as between jobs, can let you convert at a lower tax rate. A...
Key Takeaways: RMDs become mandatory at age 73, and missing one can trigger a penalty of up to 25% of the required amount. A new temporary $6,000 deduction ($12,000 for joint filers) is available for taxpayers 65+ through 2028. Investment gains, pension income, and...
Key Takeaways: Customers judge prices relative to context, not in isolation — comparison and framing shape perceived value. Honest scarcity (real low stock, real deadlines) motivates buyers; manufactured urgency erodes trust. Transparency about why prices are what...
Key Takeaways: The OBBBA made most 2017 TCJA tax cuts permanent, avoiding a scheduled tax increase in 2026. New "no tax on tips" (up to $25,000) and "no tax on overtime" (up to $12,500) deductions are now in effect. The Child Tax Credit rose to $2,200 per child, and...