The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), enacted in 2025, made permanent the federal income tax deduction for qualified business income (QBI). This break was originally introduced under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Many business owners have been curious about whether and how this tax break may apply to their rental real estate activities. If you count yourself among them, here's the scoop. Ground Rules Under current law, self-employed individuals, sole proprietors and

Do you own a boat that you use for recreation, business or perhaps a little of both? If so, you might be missing out on valuable tax-saving opportunities for your vessel. Let's set sail to explore five potential tax breaks for boat owners. 1. Mortgage Interest Deductions Under the right circumstances, your boat may qualify as a home for purposes of the mortgage interest deduction. Generally, you can deduct interest on mortgage debt incurred to buy, build or improve

Records Retention: What to Keep, What to Toss and Why It Matters With tax season in the rearview mirror, many individuals and business owners wonder how long they should hold on to tax-related records — and what can safely be discarded. Different types of documents have different retention recommendations and requirements, and keeping records either too long or not long enough can create unnecessary risk or clutter. Understanding what to retain and for how long can help you s