Bement Blog
Recent Posts
View all articles →
Tax Updates
Getting Ready for Taxes: What to Know for 2025 and 2026
The end of the year is the perfect time to review your finances and make sure you’re ready for tax season. With several new tax rules arriving in 2026 and a few key updates already in effect for 2025, taking a proactive approach can save you both time and money....
Understanding Property Taxes: A Guide to Saving Money
Property taxes are rising across much of the U.S., leaving many homeowners wondering how their tax bills keep going up even when their home’s value seems unchanged. The truth is, your property tax bill is driven by two main factors: your assessed home value and your...
Year-end Tax Planning Guide: Lower Tax Surprises
If you haven’t done your final tax planning review yet, now’s the time.Waiting until tax season to look at your numbers could mean missing out on deductions, credits, or opportunities to lower your bill before the year ends. This guide walks you through the steps to...
2025 Year-End Tax Checklist
Have you done your annual tax planning yet? If not, the clock is ticking. With only two months left in the year, waiting until January could cost you thousands in missed deductions. By the time December 31 passes, your best opportunities to reduce your 2025 tax bill...
Sole Proprietor or S-Corp? When to Make the Switch
If you are a freelancer, independent contractor, or small business owner, there comes a point where being a sole proprietor might not be the most efficient structure for your growing business. Many entrepreneurs reach a stage where they start wondering if it is time...
Understanding the OBBBA Tip and Overtime Deductions for 2025
Two major tax changes could significantly impact your 2025 tax return: No Tax on Tips and No Tax on Overtime. Both were introduced under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) passed on July 4, 2025, and they represent some of the most meaningful tax relief measures...
Tax Strategy
Getting Organized for Taxes: A Checklist
Tax season is officially upon us, and we're here to make this year as stress-free as possible. Here are some ideas to consider to get organized and ready before the deadline. 1. Gathering Tax Documents We've created a comprehensive list of common tax documents that...
How Business Entity Structure can Reduce Taxes
One of the things we do regularly with our clients is help them structure their financial lives to take advantage of every legal tax deduction available. One area that causes a lot of confusion is the business entity structure itself. Questions like: When should I use...
How to Handle a Year-End Bonus
It’s the end of the year, and like many families, mine has been rewatching classic Christmas movies. One that never gets old is National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. There’s a scene where Clark Griswold learns his Christmas bonus has been cut, triggering Cousin...
5 Smart Ways to Spend Less When Everything Costs More
It feels like prices are rising everywhere. Groceries, insurance, dining out, and even everyday subscriptions appear to be more expensive than they were just a year ago. When every dollar has to work harder, small changes can make a meaningful difference. The good...
How Real Estate Professional Status Can Save You Thousands in Taxes
Have you ever wondered how some high-income earners pay little or no federal income tax? In many cases, they’re not cheating the system; they’re using it strategically. The secret? Real Estate Professional Status. This little-known IRS designation allows qualifying...
Understanding Property Taxes: A Guide to Saving Money
Property taxes are rising across much of the U.S., leaving many homeowners wondering how their tax bills keep going up even when their home’s value seems unchanged. The truth is, your property tax bill is driven by two main factors: your assessed home value and your...