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How construction companies can cope with the skilled labor shortage
Even before the pandemic and “the Great Resignation” that followed, construction businesses were facing a shortage of skilled workers. Recent events have only exacerbated the problem. And the skilled labor shortage doesn’t just make it harder to put boots on the...
8 ways to insulate your construction company against rising costs
The construction industry continues to face supply chain slowdowns, labor shortages and inflation — though the latter of the three has generally moderated a bit as of late. To monitor and optimally respond to rising contract costs and market changes, contractors need...
Child Tax Credit: The rules keep changing but it’s still valuable
If you’re a parent, you may be confused about the rules for claiming the Child Tax Credit (CTC). The rules and credit amounts have changed significantly over the last six years. This tax break became more generous in 2018 than it was under prior law — and it became...
Answers to your questions about 2023 limits on individual taxes
Many people are more concerned about their 2022 tax bills right now than they are about their 2023 tax situations. That’s understandable because your 2022 individual tax return is due to be filed in 10 weeks (unless you file an extension). However, it’s a good time to...
Retirement plan early withdrawals: Make sure you meet the requirements to avoid a penalty
Most retirement plan distributions are subject to income tax and may be subject to an additional penalty if you take an early withdrawal. What’s considered early? In general, it’s when participants take money out of a traditional IRA or other qualified retirement plan...
Residential construction companies should get the word out about home energy tax credits
Does your construction business work in the residential sector? If so, there are some powerful tax incentives in effect right now that could generate revenue for your company. However, many property owners may not be aware of them, so it’s in your best interest to get...
Why you might want to file early and answers to other tax season questions
The IRS announced it opened the 2023 individual income tax return filing season on January 23. That’s when the agency began accepting and processing 2022 tax year returns. Even if you typically don’t file until much closer to the mid-April deadline (or you file for an...
Tax-saving ways to help pay for college — once your child starts attending
If you have a child or grandchild in college — congratulations! To help pay for the expenses, many parents and grandparents saved for years in tax-favored accounts, such as 529 plans. But there are also a number of tax breaks that you may be able to claim once your...
Tax-wise ways to save for college
If you’re a parent or grandparent with college-bound children, you may want to save to fund future education costs. Here are several approaches to take maximum advantage of the tax-favored ways to save that may be available to you. Savings bonds Series EE U.S....
The case for a digital construction enterprise
The construction industry has always been all about mobility. Yet many contractors continue to hold on to paper processes that keep employees — and project information — unnecessarily tethered to the front office. The widespread use of mobile devices and cloud-based...
What is a Depreciation Schedule and Why do you need one?
Certain types of assets are written off over a period of several years (i.e. rental homes, improvements to leased property, business vehicles, business computers, business machinery and equipment, and more). If you own investment properties or have a business then...
Understanding the difference between standard and itemized deductions
One of the first decisions taxpayers must make when completing a tax return is whether to take the standard deduction or itemize their deductions. There are several factors that can influence a taxpayer’s choice, including changes to their tax situation, any changes...
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