No Tax on Tips and Overtime: What the IRS's New 2026 Payroll Rules Mean

No Tax on Tips and Overtime: What the IRS's New 2026 Payroll Rules Mean

No Tax on Tips and Overtime: What the IRS's New 2026 Payroll Rules MeanSteve Perry
Published on: 02/09/2026

New 2026 W-2 codes TP and TT replace the reporting relief employers had for tips and overtime deductions in 2025. Here is what payroll must confirm now to avoid IRS penalties.

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OBBBA One Year Later: What Changed for Small Business Owners in 2026

OBBBA One Year Later: What Changed for Small Business Owners in 2026

OBBBA One Year Later: What Changed for Small Business Owners in 2026Steve Perry
Published on: 01/09/2026

This article explains how the OBBBA made key small business deductions permanent, while new IRS reporting thresholds mean planning and record keeping matter all year, not just at filing.

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How Early IRS Representation Protects Your Business

How Early IRS Representation Protects Your Business

How Early IRS Representation Protects Your BusinessSteve Perry
Published on: 27/08/2026

A Power of Attorney and a 30-day Collection Due Process deadline shape how much leverage a business has with the IRS. Early representation protects options before enforcement narrows them.

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The IRS Can Hold Business Owners Personally Responsible

The IRS Can Hold Business Owners Personally Responsible

The IRS Can Hold Business Owners Personally ResponsibleSteve Perry
Published on: 26/08/2026

Selling a business, resigning a title, or closing the entity does not end personal payroll tax exposure. Learn how and when the IRS pursues responsible parties.

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