Preparing for the 2026 ACA Reporting Season: What Employers Need to Know

Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting is a yearly responsibility that can feel increasingly complex, especially as rules, thresholds, and penalties continue to change. For the 2026 reporting season — which covers the 2025 calendar year — Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) must prepare for updated affordability standards, rising penalties, and new options for delivering required forms […]

IRS Releases 2026 Form W-4: What Employers Need to Know

The IRS (Internal Revenue Service) has finalized and released the 2026 version of Form W-4 (Employee’s Withholding Certificate). The updates reflect changes required under H.R. 1—the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA; Pub. L. 119-21)—enacted in July 2025. The new form is now available on the IRS website and will be required for applicable employees […]

Growing Your Small Business Strategically

Small-business owners should recognize this sometimes-overlooked fact: Success often relies less on acquiring new funding and more on wisely utilizing existing resources. In other words, growth for its own sake isn’t always good business. By monitoring expenses, reevaluating pricing, and analyzing which products or services truly deliver value, you can strengthen your bottom line and […]

The Importance of Company Audits

Audits play a crucial role in providing transparency for clients and fostering confidence in a company’s financial reporting. An audit is particularly reassuring in uncertain business environments. At their core, audits are designed to assess whether a company’s financial statements are materially accurate and fairly reflect its financial position in accordance with applicable accounting standards. […]

IRS Makes Retirement Plan Changes for 2026

The Internal Revenue Service has issued a release explaining changes in retirement plan limits for 2026. Below is a summary of this release. The provisions can be complex, so current and prospective plan participants should work with a financial professional. Highlights of changes for 2026 The annual contribution limit for employees who participate in 401(k), […]