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3 Things Every Small Business Owner Should Do at the Start of the Year
The beginning of the year is the perfect time for small business owners to get organized, review finances, and plan
1% U.S. Tax on International Money Transfers – Effective January 1st, 2026
Starting January 1, 2026, a new 1% federal excise tax will apply to certain international money transfers sent from the U.S. This development
Get Ahead of the 2026 Tax Season: Preparation Starts Now
Whether you’re an employed individual, business owner, or self-employed professional, early organization is key. January and February are especially important months for gathering documents,
Washington State Workers’ Comp. Rates Increasing in 2026
Starting January 1st, 2026, employers and workers in Washington will see their average workers’ compensation insurance premium rise by 4.9%, as announced by
Seattle Adds Public Safety Sales Tax — What That Means in 2026
Starting January 1st, 2026, the City of Seattle will implement a new local sales tax from 10.35% to 10.55% to increase to fund public-safety services. The extra revenue
Minimum Wage Increase for City of Seattle in 2026
As of January 1st, 2026, Seattle’s minimum wage will increase from $20.76 to $21.30 per hour for all employers — large or small. This
IRS Math and Taxpayer Help Act of 2025: What Does It Mean?
The IRS MATH Act, just signed into law in December 2025, requires the Internal Revenue Service to provide much clearer, more detailed
The U.S. Government Shutdown: Where Things Stand & What It Means
Since midnight on October 1st, 2025, the U.S. federal government has been operating under a shutdown. This was due to Congress not passing the
2025 Tax Year: Adjustments to Consider from the OBBBA (H.R.1)
Each year the IRS adjusts many tax numbers — like deductions, credits, and income-bracket thresholds — to keep up with
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