Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce: The 2019 Young Professional of the Year Award

Summer means different things to different people.
For some, it’s beach vacations, backyard BBQs, and long weekends.

Do you own your own business? If so, make sure you are not missing this one simple deduction! If you use your car for work, your mileage could be saving you money on taxes.

Walking into your first CPA appointment as a small business owner can feel a little intimidating. You might wonder if you’re bringing the right paperwork, if your records are organized enough, or if your CPA is about to discover the “creative bookkeeping system” you’ve been using since opening day.

For self-employed individuals, freelancers, business owners, and investors, quarterly estimated tax payments are an important part of staying compliant with IRS requirements. Missing a payment can result in penalties, interest charges, and unnecessary stress. Fortunately, TaxDome makes it easier than ever to stay organized with automated reminders and client communication tools.

We know—writing a check to the IRS and State is probably not on your summer bucket list.

If you’re a freelancer, gig worker, or small business owner who gets paid through platforms like PayPal, Venmo, Etsy, or Uber, there are important tax changes you need to be aware of.

When you think “summer,” taxes probably don’t make the list – and honestly, we get it. You should be thinking about vacations, BBQs, and soaking up the sunshine.

Protect Yourself from Tax Identity Theft

At Senter CPA, we’re serious about protecting your personal and financial information. One simple but powerful way you can protect your tax identity is by getting an IRS Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN).

Here’s what it is, why it matters, and how to get one.

Let’s clear something up right away: bookkeeping is not just typing numbers into a spreadsheet while drinking coffee and judging people’s expense decisions.

Well, it’s partly that. But there’s so much more to it.

If you recently received a strange notice from the Michigan Department of Treasury, take a breath. You are not the only one.