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The One Big Beautiful Bill Impact On Individuals

On July 4, 2025 President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill (or OBBB) into law. The following is a brief discussion of the impact on individual people this law will have:

On July 4, 2025 President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill (or OBBB) into law. The following is a brief discussion of the domestic business portion of the new law:

On March 27, 2020, just a few hours after passing the US House of Representatives, President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). This report deals primarily with Individual provisions.

Last night, both houses of Congress overwhelmingly passed the COVID relief bill, which was included in the massive Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. President Trump indicated that he would sign this legislation when it comes to his desk.

September 30 – Extended Fiduciary Tax Returns Due
This is the final deadline for fiduciary income tax returns (Form 1041) on extension. Trusts and estates that filed for an extension must submit their completed returns by this date to avoid penalties.

In January 2021, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). On December 7, 2021, proposed regulations were issued by the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. The Final Regulations, which consist of 330 pages, were released on September 29, 2022. Below is a quick summary of the major provisions

Effective for tax year 2021: On January 18, 2022, the IRS posted revised instructions for schedules K-2 and K-3 for filers of Forms 1065 (Partnerships and LLC’s taxed as Partnerships), 1120s (for S Corporations), and 8865 (Returns for US Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships). These new schedules apply to pass-through entities and their partners and shareholders that have “items of international tax relevance.”

In January 2021 The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). On December 7, 2021 proposed regulations were issued by Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. Below is a quick summary of the major provisions.

The US House of Representatives has passed the Build Back Better Bill. This bill now goes to the US Senate, where it will likely be changed. Below is a quick summary of the major provisions of the bill…

The legislative text of the House Ways and Means Committee was released on September 13, 2021. This is the Committee’s starting point in the legislative process. When or if passed, the actual law will probably differ significantly from this proposal. Below is a quick summary of the major proposals.

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Scary Tax Surprises for Texas Business Owners

Are scary tax surprises lurking around the corner? These tips can help protect your business from an unexpected audit, payroll snafu or tax bill....

Scary Tax Surprises for Texas Business Owners

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Making Sense of No Tax on Tips and Overtime

Navigating no tax on tips and overtime rules can be confusing for employers. Here we share key tips to ensure compliance and clarity....

Making Sense of No Tax on Tips and Overtime

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Estate Planning by Jimmy Buffet Leads to Trouble in Paradise

Where can estate planning go wrong? Learn common mistakes and how to avoid them from Jimmy Buffett's estate....

Estate Planning by Jimmy Buffet Leads to Trouble in Paradise

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Tax Tips for Hiring Seasonal Workers

Are you planning to hire seasonal workers? Knowing these essential tax liabilities and responsibilities can help business owners determine your hiring strategy....

Tax Tips for Hiring Seasonal Workers

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Charity Deductions Are Changing

Charitable deduction rules are changing in 2026. How can you adjust your giving strategy to maximize tax benefits?...

Charity Deductions Are Changing

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Can I Disagree with the IRS?

If you've received a notice from the IRS for a tax penalty, audit or adjustment, there are steps you can take to challenge the determination....

Can I Disagree with the IRS?

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Proving Economic Damages Through Forensic Accounting

Forensic accountants play a crucial role in proving business economic damages in litigation, with investigative skills, financial expertise, and litigation support experience....

Proving Economic Damages Through Forensic Accounting

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One Big Beautiful Tax Bill: Areas of Interest for Domestic Businesses

The domestic business portion of the Trump Administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) includes a handful of changes for small- and medium-sized businesses, affecting bonus...

One Big Beautiful Tax Bill: Areas of Interest for Domestic Businesses

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Incorporating in Texas

Incorporating a business is an important step that comes with many considerations. One in particular: Where should the company be incorporated? Delaware has long been...

Incorporating in Texas

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Online Betting and Your Taxes

As fall sports kick into gear, you may be tempted to try your hand at sports betting. But Texans, in particular, should keep the following...

Online Betting and Your Taxes

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Working on Vacation: Tax Tips and Implications 

Working remotely during a vacation or business trip can offer flexibility, but it also brings unique tax implications. It’s important to understand where business deductions...

Working on Vacation: Tax Tips and Implications 

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$125,000 Business Inventory Tax Exemption Heading to Texas Voters

$125,000 Business Inventory Tax Exemption Heading to Texas Voters

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Beware of Modern Ponzi Schemes

We’ve entered a new era of Ponzi schemes. A record number of the scams have been estimated in 2023 alone, an amount that doubled in...

Beware of Modern Ponzi Schemes

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