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Real Estate Professional Status IRS Pitfalls

Estate, gifts & inheritance

Dr. Friday explains that meeting the 750-hour test alone does not guarantee real estate professional status. She warns that taxpayers with full-time non-real-estate jobs often face IRS disallowance.

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Small Business Health Insurance Credit Planning

Deductions & credits

Dr. Friday explains who may qualify for the small business health insurance credit and why planning matters. She also notes the two-year limit and the value of employee…

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Choosing the Right Business Entity in 2026

Small business & self-employed

Dr. Friday explains how entity choice planning still matters, even with the 21% corporate tax rate remaining in place. She recommends working with both a tax professional and…

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Vehicle Depreciation Limits for Business Owners

Small business & self-employed

Dr. Friday discusses annual vehicle depreciation limit adjustments and why business-use percentage matters. She reminds owners that personal-use vehicles generally cannot be fully depreciated.

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Business Meals vs Entertainment Deduction Rules

Deductions & credits

Dr. Friday reviews the current deduction split between business meals and entertainment. She explains what documentation is needed and why a true business meal is different from entertainment…

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Home Office Deduction Rules for the Self-Employed

Deductions & credits

Dr. Friday explains that the home office deduction can still apply to self-employed taxpayers who use a space exclusively and regularly for business. She also reminds listeners to…

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Section 179 vs Bonus Depreciation: Which to Use?

Small business & self-employed

Dr. Friday explains the difference between Section 179 and bonus depreciation when writing off business equipment. She notes that the best choice can depend on your situation and…

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Use the IRS Portal to Respond to Notices

Dr. Friday shares a positive IRS update: some notices can now be handled through a digital correspondence portal. She explains how uploading your response can reduce mail delays…

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1099-K Forms: Don’t Ignore Online Payment Income

Deadlines & filing

Dr. Friday explains why 1099-K reporting matters for people selling online or earning through apps. She warns that ignoring these forms can lead to IRS notices because the…

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Tax-Free Transit and Parking Fringe Benefits

Dr. Friday explains how employer-provided commuting benefits like transit passes and workplace parking can be tax-free. She notes that inflation adjustments may raise the monthly limits and that…

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QBI Deduction: 20% Break Is Permanent

Deductions & credits

Dr. Friday breaks down the 20% QBI deduction and why its permanency is good news for eligible taxpayers. She shares a simple example showing how big the deduction…

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QBI Is Permanent: A Big Win for Business Owners

Small business & self-employed

Great news to start the year. Dr. Friday explains why making the 20% Qualified Business Income deduction permanent opens the door for real tax planning.

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