by Meir Spear | Aug 28, 2026 | Tax Planning
Many business owners think of “audit-proofing” as a stack of receipts sitting in a drawer. It’s really about understanding a handful of rules the IRS actually operates by, so you know where you stand and aren’t guessing. Once you understand the...
by Meir Spear | Aug 13, 2026 | Tax Planning
Many New York City business owners believe that every time they take money out of their business, they owe tax on it. That’s one of the most common misunderstandings I see with my clients. In a high-tax city like New York, it doesn’t just create confusion,...
by Meir Spear | Aug 6, 2026 | Tax Planning
Bringing on your first employee changes your compliance picture more than most business owners expect. Up until now, you’ve been the only one whose taxes, insurance, and paperwork you had to think about. The moment you add someone to payroll, you’re...
by Meir Spear | Jul 29, 2026 | Tax Planning
If you run your own business in New York, you already know the tax burden is real. Between federal income taxes, New York State taxes, New York City taxes, and self-employment taxes, it is not uncommon for a successful business owner to pay more than 50% of their...
by Meir Spear | Jul 22, 2026 | Tax Planning
If you’re behind on filing your business taxes, you’re not alone, and it’s almost always more fixable than taxpayers think. The IRS, New York State, and New York City aren’t looking to punish you the moment they notice. They’re looking to...
by Meir Spear | Jul 14, 2026 | Tax Planning
If you’re a New York State or New York City business owner, whether you’re based in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or anywhere in the five boroughs, there’s a powerful tax savings strategy you should know about. It’s called the NYS PTET, or the New York...