When the Tax Year Closes: Which Decisions End December 31 and Which Stay Open Until You File

Steve Perry

Published on: 27/10/2026

Before you file your 2026 return, December 31 decides much of what it will say. See which tax decisions close at year end, which stay open until filing, and why waiting costs options.

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100% Bonus Depreciation Is Back for Good: How to Use It Before Year-End 0903

Steve Perry

Published on: 03/09/2026

Bonus depreciation is permanent at 100 percent, but the deduction follows the placed-in-service date, not the purchase date. Confirm installation timing and contract dates before year end.

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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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