Tax planning is more than preparing documents during filing season—it’s about proactively managing your financial decisions year-round to minimize your tax burden and prepare for the future. Froehling Anderson helps businesses and individuals develop customized strategies that not only ensure compliance with tax laws but also position you for long-term success.
Category: Taxes
Executive Order #14247
On September 30, 2025, a major shift in how Americans receive and send money to the federal government will take effect. What does this mean for federal payments and your finances?
Tax Preparation vs. Tax Planning: Why Both Matter for Your Business
What if there was a way to reduce tax liability before the numbers are locked in? That’s where tax planning comes in. While tax preparation is an essential compliance activity, tax planning is a strategic, proactive approach that helps businesses minimize their tax burden, maximize savings, and avoid unnecessary surprises.
What Investors Need to Know About the New Section 1202 Changes: More Flexibility, Bigger Tax Savings
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, passed on July 4, 2025, introduces impactful changes to Section 1202 Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) gain exclusions—opening the door to more flexible investment strategies, larger tax savings, and expanded eligibility for startups and mid-range corporations.
If you’re a business owner, investor, or entrepreneur, these changes present new planning opportunities you won’t want to miss. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new, who benefits, and how you can leverage these updates with guidance from Froehling Anderson.
Section 179 is Enhanced, and 100% Bonus Depreciation Is Back—And Here to Stay: What the New Tax Law Means for Your Business
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, brings significant updates to tax depreciation rules—particularly for businesses investing in equipment, machinery, or new production facilities. With the permanent restoration of 100% bonus depreciation and higher Section 179 expensing limits, businesses now have more powerful tools to reduce taxable income and plan capital investments strategically.
Section 174 Changes Offer Flexibility for R&D Tax Deductions Under the New Tax Law
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduced key tax provisions designed to support business innovation and improve cash flow planning. One of the most impactful changes for companies conducting domestic research is the amendment to Section 174, which restores the ability to immediately deduct qualified research and experimental (R&E) expenses.
Big Boost for Families: Dependent Care FSA Limit Increases to $7,500 Under New Tax Law
Great news for working families—starting in 2026, the annual contribution limit for Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) is increasing from $5,000 to $7,500. This change, introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, offers significant tax savings for eligible households.
