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

Steve 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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Failure-to-File vs. Failure-to-Pay Penalties

Steve Perry

Published on: 01/07/2026

Failure-to-file and failure-to-pay penalties are different. Filing even without full payment can limit damage and preserve IRS resolution options.

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File Even If You Cannot Pay the IRS

Steve Perry

Published on: 30/06/2026

Owe the IRS but cannot pay? Filing still matters. It limits damage, establishes compliance and creates the path toward IRS resolution.

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The Biggest Mistake After Filing Your Taxes: Waiting Until Next Year to Plan

Steve Perry

Published on: 23/04/2026

Waiting until next year to plan taxes is the biggest post filing mistake. IRS activity continues, and current year’s decisions go unadjusted, leading to repeated issues and lost planning opportunities.

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