March 15, 2019
Reminder: Annual gift tax returns are due April 15th
If you made any large gifts to your children, grandchildren, or other heirs last year, it’s important to determine if you are required to file a 2018 gift tax return […]
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March 15, 2019
Small Business Owners Still Have Time to Set Up a Deductible Contribution to an SEP Retirement Plan for 2018
Business owners who don’t yet have a tax-advantaged retirement plan still have time to establish one and reduce their 2018 tax bill. For example, a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) can […]
Read MoreMarch 8, 2019
A Hidden Gem for Startup/Emerging Companies: Utilizing the R&D Credit Against Payroll Taxes
Companies of all sizes can benefit from the Research and Experimentation tax credit (R&D Credit) which has been around since 1981. This credit aims to reward businesses for increasing the […]
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2019
Am I able to itemize my taxes for 2018?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) limits or eliminates several itemized deductions that have been available to many individual taxpayers. Here are five deductions reduced or eliminated by the […]
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2019
What’s the Difference? Actual Home Office Expenses vs. the Simplified Method
Small business owners who work from home could save money on their taxes by taking the home office deduction, as long as they meet the requirements set forth by the […]
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2019
LLC Members & Self-Employment Taxes
When it comes to self-employment taxes, an LLC member is not necessarily in the same boat as a limited partner. The IRS is cracking down on LLC members who underreport […]
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2019
Dissecting the New Business Interest Expense Limitation
By Miranda Aavatsmark Iceberg! Straight ahead! Although there are many theories why the unsinkable ship, the Titanic, sank, ultimately the piercing claws of the iceberg underwater was the cause of […]
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2019
Good News for the Craft Beverage Industry
A recently proposed bill could make the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act of 2017 permanent. Senators Roy Blunt (R-Mo.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) had good news for the craft […]
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2019
Don’t wait: Filing your 2018 tax return early can reap many benefits
Every year, there are many people who wait until the last minute to file their tax returns. Despite this tendency, there are several benefits to filing your return early, even […]
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2019
Understanding C Corporations Post TCJA
With the recent changes under the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA), tax rates for C corporations have come down to a flat 21%, making it very appealing for many […]
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July 01, 2025
COLUMBUS, Ohio. (July 1, 2025) – Blue & Co., LLC and Blue Benefits Consulting, Inc. are delighted to share that M. Jane Shawver, QKC, QKA, has been named President of […]
July 01, 2025
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (July 1, 2025) — Blue & Co., a leading accounting and advisory firm, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest office in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This […]
June 25, 2025
As we head into the second half of the 2025 calendar year, there are a few major dates that you need to be aware of for wage index purposes. These […]
Last week we had a blast meeting students during our Jumpstart Summer Leadership Program 2025! It was a great way for students to connect with Blue employees and a great way for our team to introduce the students to our people-first culture. The students participated in multiple workshops and breakout rooms, a Reds game, a speech from our CPO, Chad Pfeifer, and having one on one time with employees. Thank you to everyone who made this program a success and a big thank you to Amy Lambdin for planning and running the program this year. We hope to see you next year!
Chattanooga, Tennessee’s business community is known for its innovation and collaboration — values we live by at Blue & Co. That’s why we’re excited to open our newest office right in the heart of it.![]()
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As Brad Shaw, Managing Director, shared:![]()
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“Our expansion into Tennessee reflects our firm’s dedication to building strong relationships and delivering personalized service that drives long-term success. We’re excited to join a community known for its entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative business environment...”![]()
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The Chattanooga office will be led by Director Todd Schiavone who has more than 25 years of experience in healthcare consulting and reimbursement. In addition to Schiavone, two senior managers, Meghan Campbell and Mark Daffer, will be based in Chattanooga. ![]()
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🔗 Read the full announcement: hubs.la/Q03vrb720![]()
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