Saving for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you will make, but choosing the right type of retirement account can be just as important as deciding how much to save. Different retirement accounts offer different tax advantages. Some may provide a tax deduction today, while others may allow for tax-free income in retirement. [...]
If you work with independent contractors, tax season can quickly turn into a scramble. Suddenly, you're digging through payment records, trying to remember who you paid and how much, and emailing contractors for tax information you should already have. What seemed manageable throughout the year can become a time-consuming headache when filing deadlines are approaching. For [...]
As backpacks are packed and another school year begins, many parents are thinking about what's next for their children's education. Whether college is just around the corner or still years away, now is a great time to review your education savings strategy. One of the most popular tools for saving for future education expenses is a [...]
Abacus! has once again earned national recognition from INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA), securing a place among the Top 300 public accounting firms in the United States. In the publication's annual rankings, Abacus! was recognized as the No. 273 firm in the nation. The IPA Top Firms list is one of the accounting profession's most respected [...]
Abe: Yes. While many employers only verify basic employment information, a thoughtful reference check can help confirm what you've learned during the interview process and provide insight into a candidate's work style, strengths, and overall fit. Abe: Focus on open-ended, job-related questions like: What were this person's greatest strengths? How did they respond to feedback? What [...]
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) questions often don't come with advance notice. An employee shares they're expecting a baby, a parent is diagnosed with a serious illness, or someone needs surgery. In those moments, business owners need to know what the law requires and when it applies. Here are the basics that every employer [...]
Money is never just about numbers. It is also about possibility: the education a child may pursue, the first apartment they may rent, the home they may one day buy, the career they may build, and the confidence they may carry into adulthood. That is the promise behind Trump Accounts, a new type of child savings [...]
When you purchase, build, or remodel a building, the tax rules do not always treat every part of that property the same way. Some costs may be tied to the building structure itself, while others may relate to assets that wear out, get replaced, or serve a more specialized business function. That is where a cost [...]
Abe: Talking too much. Great interviews are built on curiosity. Instead of spending most of the conversation selling the company, ask thoughtful questions that help you understand what the candidate is truly looking for. Abe: Ask open-ended questions and keep digging. Instead of accepting a surface-level answer, ask follow-up questions like: Why is that important to [...]
Pay transparency is becoming one of the most significant shifts in the employment landscape. While several states now legally require employers to disclose compensation information in job postings and throughout the hiring process, forward-thinking organizations are recognizing that transparency goes far beyond compliance. At its core, pay transparency helps employees understand how compensation decisions are [...]
