Insights
Insight and analysis from the Pease Bell team — on tax, audit, accounting, and the industries we serve.
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Startup Cost Deductions
Startup cost deductions let new business owners write off up to $5,000 in year one, with the rest amortized over 180 months. Learn what…
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Tax-Smart Gifting Strategies to Lower Your Tax Bill
Three tax-smart gifting strategies that cut your income tax bill while transferring appreciated assets to family members in lower brackets.
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Small Business Tax Credits for Employee Benefits
Small business tax credits cut your tax bill dollar-for-dollar. Learn which employee benefit credits you qualify for and how to claim them.
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Charitable Donation Tax Deduction
Learn which charitable donation tax deductions you can claim, from cash gifts to property donations, including IRS rules and limits.
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Lease Accounting Under ASC 842: Key Changes Explained
ASC 842 requires most leases on the balance sheet. Learn how lease accounting rules changed, what qualifies, and how to stay compliant.
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Section 179 and Bonus Depreciation
The Section 179 deduction lets businesses immediately expense qualifying fixed-asset purchases. Learn how Section 179 and bonus depreciation work and what the current limits…
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Education Tax Credits: Tax Breaks Every College Family Needs
Education tax credits can save college families thousands. Learn which breaks you qualify for and how to claim them.
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How to Improve Cash Flow
Learn how to improve cash flow with 5 proven cost-cutting strategies, from renegotiating rent to reducing shipping and energy expenses.
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Accountable Plan: IRS Rules and Tax Benefits Explained
An accountable plan lets your business deduct employee expenses tax-free. Learn the IRS rules, requirements, and how to set one up.