In the fast-paced restaurant industry, high employee turnover is a significant issue with profound implications for productivity and profitability. A revolving door of staff members can lead to inconsistent service, lack of continuity, and a persistent need for training new…
Over the past year, the IRS has taken strides to digitize paper returns and make the filing process more convenient for taxpayers. On March 14th, the IRS unveiled an electronic filing (e-filing) system for Form 8300, Report of Cash Payments Over $10,000. This…
As you probably know, most US businesses are required to report company ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) by the end of 2024. The purpose of this “beneficial ownership” reporting (part of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)) is to…
Nobody wants additional scrutiny from the IRS, right? If your tax return is extended, does it wave a red flag in the IRS system? Does it make your return more likely to be selected for an audit? Not at all.…
We are thrilled to share some incredible news about the vibrant culture here at Mize CPAs! In 2023, we took a proactive step by conducting a comprehensive survey among our valued employees. This survey aimed to gauge their satisfaction levels…
If you have a tax-advantaged retirement account, such as an IRA or 401(k), you know the importance of saving for retirement. It’s wonderful to have a nest egg out there, ready to draw on if needed, right? But your Uncle…
The 2024 Mize Finance Meeting was truly an event to remember. We hosted McDonald’s owners from all over the country at the beautiful Arizona Biltmore Resort. This was our 16th annual Finance Meeting and the highest attendance we've ever hosted,…
The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) was introduced back when COVID-19 temporarily closed many businesses. The credit provided cash that helped enable struggling businesses to retain employees. Even though the ERTC expired for most employers at the end of the…
The IRS announced it will open the 2024 income tax return filing season on January 29. That’s when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2023 tax year returns. Here are answers to seven tax season questions we receive…
The so-called “kiddie tax” can cause some of a child’s unearned income to be taxed at the parent’s higher marginal federal income tax rates instead of at the usually much lower rates that a child would otherwise pay. For purposes…