Tax season doesn’t have to be a scramble. Whether you’re a small business owner seeking to reinvest every dollar smartly or a family aiming to optimize your personal finances, 2025 brings fresh opportunities—and fresh complexities—in tax planning. At ORT Consulting, our 30+ years of guiding clients through state, local, and federal tax landscapes mean we’re [...]
There are few things more rewarding and satisfying than being your own boss. As an entrepreneur you are able to shape your future in ways that are not possible while in the employment of others. However, there are milestones that must be adhered to. One of these is attending to the self-employment taxes for the [...]
The tax laws passed in 2017 could save you plenty of money if you know what to do now. There’s a way for everyone to save, so read on for some of the best ideas for lowering your 2018 tax bill. Tax-deferred Savings You can’t take it with you! Contribute the maximum to your 401k [...]
Basically, even cancelled or “forgiven debt” from a lender is still taxable income, according to the IRS. As such, it must be included as income on your tax return. Debts which you are personally responsible such as credit card debt, mortgages and some student loan debt are included. […]
