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Highlights of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017

Highlights – Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Of 2017

Click here to view the highlights of the “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017”        

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The 12 Days of Tax Tips

The 12 Days Of Tax Tips [Part 2]

Also, read: “12 Days of Tax Tips – Part 1”   Part 2 Table of Contents: Six check-up questions for end-of-year withholding Five steps to remember when making a charitable […]

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Breaking News: December 13th Tax Update

On December 13th, the Senate and House Republicans announced they have reached agreement on a unified tax reform proposal. However, it may still be a bumpy road as we await […]

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Simplifying Ohio Municipal Tax

Simplifying Ohio Municipal Tax

In June 2017, Ohio enacted HB 49 to provide taxpayers the option to file one municipal net profit tax return effective starting with the 2018 tax year. Businesses will be […]

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Tax Bill Comparison

Tax Bill Comparison

December 4, 2017: Congress has set a priority to reform the tax code for 2018 and onward. The House of Representatives and Senate have passed separate pieces of legislation. At […]

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Taxation Of Income From Bitcoin Mining And Investing

As more people participate in bitcoin transactions, it is important for accountants and tax preparers to understand the various transactions and their appropriate taxation. What is bitcoin mining? Bitcoin mining […]

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Take The Time To Be Thankful By Giving

Resources [ Hot Topic] Take the Time to Be Thankful by Giving As the holiday’s approach, many families will be gathering for Thanksgiving. One of the oldest Thanksgiving traditions is […]

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Tax credit for hiring from certain "target groups" can provide substantial tax savings

Tax Credit For Hiring From Certain “Target Groups” Can Provide Substantial Tax Savings

You could be eligible for the Work Opportunity tax credit (WOTC) if you hired new employees in 2017, or are hiring new employees in 2018, that are members of a […]

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Are you taking full advantage of Ohio Manufacturing Sales Tax Exemptions?

Are You Taking Full Advantage Of Ohio Manufacturing Sales Tax Exemptions

Most manufacturers know they are allowed to purchase tangible property for use in the manufacturing process free from Ohio sales and use tax, but are you taking full advantage of […]

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States are aggressively pursuing sales tax: are you ready?

States Are Aggressively Pursuing Sales Tax: Are You Ready?

In 1992, the U.S. Supreme Court case of Quill vs. North Dakota established the precedent that a state could not require a company to collect and remit sales tax without […]

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4 Ways To Turn Back To School Costs Into Tax Savings

4 Ways To Turn Back To School Costs Into Tax Savings

Many people think of back-to-school season as a costly affair (new school supplies, clothing, etc.) without considering the opportunities it provides for tax savings and investments. Here are some federal […]

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3 types of sales tax exemptions you need to know about

3 Types Of Sales Tax Exemptions You Need To Know About In KY

Kentucky sales tax applies to retail sales of tangible personal property, as well as the provision of specified services. However, as is the case with most things in the tax […]

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5 things you need to know about taxes after getting married

5 Things You Need To Know About Taxes After Getting Married

by Jessica Hidalgo, CPA, Senior Accountant You said, “I do”, and while the honeymoon may be over, as newlyweds you can make the wedded bliss last a little longer by […]

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Improve Cash Flow By Deferring Taxes On The Sale Of Equipment

Many people are aware that you can utilize an IRC Sec. 1031 (“like-kind”) exchange to defer gain on a real estate transaction, but an often-overlooked planning opportunity is to utilize […]

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Quick Guide Vacation Home Tax Rules

Owning a vacation home can be a wonderful accommodation for your family, as can renting your vacation home when you’re not there. With vacation season in full swing, now is […]

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Webinars

What’s In The One Big Beautiful Bill? Practical Tax Insights from Blue & Co.

The highly anticipated “One Big Beautiful Bill” has passed – and with it comes sweeping tax changes that could significantly impact your business. This recorded webinar unpacks key provisions of […]

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IRS Announces Impacts of OBBB to the 2025 and 2026 Form W-2

By Sara Jacobi, CPA, CEPA, Director of Taxation at Blue & Co. The One Big Beautiful Bill (“OBBB”), introduced two “no tax on” provisions that impact both employers and employees […]

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What’s the Difference? Actual Home office expenses vs. the simplified method

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 […]

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one big beautiful bill signed into law

The One Big Beautiful Bill Is Law—Now What?

By Amy L. Sandlin, CPA, Tax Quality at Blue & Co. On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, informally titled the “One Big […]

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one big beautiful bill act

Tracking the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’: House Passes, What’s Next?

By Amy L. Sandlin, CPA, Tax Quality at Blue & Co. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R. 1) narrowly passed the House on May 22, 2025, and headed to […]

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real estate dealer

Real Estate Dealer vs. Investor: Why the IRS Cares (and You Should Too)

By: Nathan Smith, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. “You can’t have it both ways” is a sentence many CPAs may have expressed to their clients at one time […]

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