UPDATE: Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave Premium Rate Changes Effective January 1, 2026

October 30, 2025|Categories: Government, In the news, Rulings, Washington State|Tags: , , , , |

UPDATE / CORRECTION: Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave Premium Rate Changes Effective January 1, 2026 Beginning January 1, 2026, the Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) premium rate will increase to 1.13% of [...]

New IRS Crypto Tax Reporting Rules: What You Need to Know

October 15, 2025|Categories: Accounting, Government, In the news, Rulings, Tax Accounting, Tax Consultancy|Tags: , , , , , |

New IRS Crypto Tax Reporting Rules: What You Need to Know Starting in 2025, the IRS is rolling out new federal reporting requirements for digital asset transactions, including cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins. [...]

Seattle Sales Tax to Rise Again in 2026 for Public Safety Initiatives

October 15, 2025|Categories: Business, Department of Revenue, Government, In the news, Sales Tax Updates, Small Business, Washington State|Tags: , , , |

Seattle Sales Tax to Rise Again in 2026 for Public Safety Initiatives Seattle residents and businesses will see another increase in local sales tax starting in 2026, following a 0.1% rate hike approved by the [...]

Why Consider an S Corporation for Your Business

October 14, 2025|Categories: Business, Corporations, Editorial, Payroll Accounting, Public & Personal Accounting, Small Business, Tax Accounting, Tax Consultancy, Tax Preparation|Tags: , , , , |

Why Consider an S Corporation for Your Business When launching or growing a business, choosing the right legal structure can dramatically impact your taxes, liability, and long-term financial flexibility. One option that often stands out [...]

Holiday Season Scams on the Rise: How to Protect Yourself and Your Business

October 8, 2025|Categories: Business, Editorial, Financial Crimes, Fraud & Criminal Investigations, Small Business|Tags: , , , |

As the holidays approach, so does another less festive season — scam season. Every year, accountants, business owners, and individuals alike see a sharp rise in fraudulent attempts to steal personal and financial information. These [...]

IRS Operations Suspended During Federal Funding Lapse

October 8, 2025|Categories: Accounting, Business, Business Consultant, Government, In the news, Public & Personal Accounting, Small Business, Tax Accounting, Tax Consultancy, Tax Preparation|Tags: , , |

IRS Operations Suspended During Federal Funding Lapse Notice to Clients — October 2025 As of October 8, 2025, the IRS has suspended most operations due to a lapse in federal appropriations. The majority of IRS [...]