On Friday, Liz and I went to the new Redlands Public Market here in town to grab dinner and drinks. We happened to talk about business and taxes. He was shocked that his new S-Corp, which he had started, would require the tax returns to be done in two weeks. We've encountered numerous business owners who, after the exhilaration of establishing their S-Corporations or … [Read more...] about Navigating the March 2025 Tax Deadlines for S-Corporations and Partnerships
The Lazy Marketer’s Cheat Code: X’s New AI Tool Creates Better Ads Than Your Agency (While You Sleep)
If you've ever stayed up late wrestling with ad copy or blown thousands on mediocre marketing agencies, this might be the most important letter you'll read this year. Here's why: Elon Musk (yeah, THAT Elon) just unleashed a weapon of mass disruption that's going to make most marketing agencies obsolete faster than you can say "bankruptcy." It's called Grok. But … [Read more...] about The Lazy Marketer’s Cheat Code: X’s New AI Tool Creates Better Ads Than Your Agency (While You Sleep)
Entrepreneurs, Ignite Your Business Brain: The Astonishing Power of Daily Journaling!
Let's cut straight to the chase. If you aren't journaling, you're skipping out on a gold mine of insights and ideas. Over the years, I've come to realize that my journals are not just books—they're a treasure trove. They're the silent partners in my business, providing clarity, sparking creativity, and serving as a vault for every brilliant (and not-so-brilliant) idea I've ever … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurs, Ignite Your Business Brain: The Astonishing Power of Daily Journaling!
MARCH 19 DEADLINE: Your Business Has 24 Days to Avoid $500 Daily Fines
The BOI beast is back. And this time, it's got your bank account in its crosshairs. This isn't some tiny regulatory tweak you can ignore. It's not another "friendly reminder" from the government. And it's definitely not something you can sweep under the rug. This is the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), and it's about to become your worst nightmare or your easiest … [Read more...] about MARCH 19 DEADLINE: Your Business Has 24 Days to Avoid $500 Daily Fines
The TRUTH About Tax Preparers vs. CPAs/EAs: What They Don’t Want You to Know
Let me tell you something that might shock you: Not all tax professionals are created equal. In fact, as of 2025, there's a massive difference in who can really fight for your money when the IRS comes knocking. [1] The Raw Facts About Who's Who in the Tax World: Here's the kicker: Only CPAs and EAs have unlimited representation rights before the IRS. That … [Read more...] about The TRUTH About Tax Preparers vs. CPAs/EAs: What They Don’t Want You to Know