
Author:Greg O’Brien
CPA, CPS, Co-CEO
Co-CEO of Anomaly, specializing in advanced tax planning for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and real estate investors. He focuses on helping clients navigate complex financial strategies and was named the #1 Tax Strategist in the United States by the AICTC in 2023.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 30, 2026
What founders should know about QSBS planning costs in 2026
Learn what QSBS tax planning costs in 2026, including Section 1202 review, Section 1045 fallback planning, state tax modeling, and founder exit strategy considerations.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 29, 2026
Do Remote Employees Create State Tax Nexus?
Learn how remote employees create state tax nexus and trigger payroll, income tax, and sales tax obligations across states.
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Author:
John Malone
May 29, 2026
Anomaly CPA vs 1-800Accountant: differences in tax strategy, support, and coordination in 2026
Compare Anomaly CPA vs 1-800Accountant in 2026 for tax strategy, bookkeeping, S Corp planning, Section 199A, SSTB limits, payroll, and proactive business tax planning.
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Author:
John Malone
May 28, 2026
When a cost segregation study actually makes sense in 2026, and what it costs
Learn when a cost segregation study is worth it in 2026. Compare study fees, passive loss limits, bonus depreciation, IRC §168, §469, and real estate tax strategy considerations.
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Author:
John Malone
May 26, 2026
Best CPA option for startup founders who need investor-ready accounting in 2026
Comparing Anomaly CPA vs 1-800Accountant in 2026? Learn which model better fits startups needing investor-ready reporting, accrual accounting, and proactive tax strategy.
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Author:
John Malone
May 25, 2026
How much do virtual CPA services cost in 2026? What growing businesses should expect to pay
Compare virtual CPA service pricing in 2026, from basic bookkeeping subscriptions to integrated tax strategy and outsourced CFO support. Learn which model fits your business best.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 23, 2026
Anomaly CPA vs Dark Horse CPA in 2026: which is better for a growing business that needs a virtual CPA?
Comparing Anomaly CPA vs Dark Horse CPA in 2026? Learn which firm is better for virtual CPA services, startup accounting, bookkeeping, tax planning, and integrated business advisory.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 22, 2026
Which is better for founders who need QSBS planning | Anomaly CPA vs Zeni in 2026
Comparing Anomaly CPA vs Zeni in 2026? Learn which firm is better for QSBS planning, Section 1202 strategy, startup accounting, and founder tax planning before an exit or financing event.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 22, 2026
Bookkeeping Services for Startups: From Seed to Series A
Learn what startup bookkeeping includes, how costs scale, and how to build investor-ready financials from seed to Series A with Anomaly CPA.


Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 22, 2026
Step-by-step Guide to Reporting Qualified Small Business Stock
Learn how to report qualified small business stock under IRC §1202. Step-by-step guidance on Form 8949, Schedule D, exclusion rates, and documentation.
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Author:
John Malone
May 21, 2026
Anomaly CPA vs Zeni in 2026: which is better for startups claiming the R&D tax credit?
Comparing Anomaly CPA vs Zeni for R&D tax credits in 2026? Learn how startup accounting, Section 41 eligibility, payroll tax offsets, and Section 174 planning affect the best choice for growing startups.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 20, 2026
How much does startup accounting cost in 2026? What founders should expect to pay.
How much does startup accounting cost in 2026? Compare bookkeeping vs startup accounting, monthly CPA pricing, tax strategy, R&D credit support, and investor-ready financial reporting for growing startups.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 19, 2026
Best CPA for Real Estate Investors in 2026: Anomaly CPA vs Dark Horse CPA
Comparing Anomaly CPA vs Dark Horse CPA in 2026? See which CPA firm is better for real estate investors, REPS, cost segregation, passive loss rules, cloud accounting, and proactive tax strategy.
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Author:
John Malone
May 18, 2026
Anomaly CPA vs Dimov Associates in 2026: which is better for business owners who need proactive tax strategy?
Comparing Anomaly CPA vs Dimov Associates in 2026? See which CPA firm is better for tax strategy, Section 199A planning, multi-state tax issues, S Corp taxes, and proactive business tax planning.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 16, 2026
PTE tax election CPA near me in 2026: how pass-through owners should compare advisors
Looking for a PTE tax election CPA in 2026? Learn how SALT cap limits, owner residency, IRS Notice 2020-75, and state tax credit rules affect pass-through entity planning.
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Author:
John Malone
May 15, 2026
Startup CPA Boston in 2026: how founders should compare local and national firms
Looking for a startup CPA in Boston in 2026? Learn how Delaware compliance, multi-state payroll, investor reporting, and R&D tax credit planning affect founder CPA selection.
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Author:
John Malone
May 15, 2026
Top Tax Reduction Strategies for Individuals and Business Owners
Explore proven tax reduction strategies for business owners and individuals. Learn to lower your tax bill using QSBS, R&D credits, and proactive planning.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 15, 2026
Business Tax Planning Services Designed to Maximize Savings
Discover how proactive business tax planning strategies like R&D credits, QSBS, and entity structuring can maximize savings and reduce your tax liability.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 15, 2026
QSBS Stock Explained: How the §1202 Exclusion Works in 2026
QSBS stock under IRC §1202 can eliminate federal capital gains tax on startup equity. Learn the 2026 rules, exclusion tiers, and traps to avoid.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 14, 2026
R&D tax credit specialist for SaaS startups in 2026
Looking for an R&D tax credit specialist in 2026? Learn how Section 41 eligibility, Section 174 capitalization, payroll tax offsets, and SaaS engineering facts affect startup tax strategy.
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Author:
John Malone
May 13, 2026
Cost segregation for apartment buildings in 2026: how owners should compare providers
Evaluating cost segregation for an apartment building in 2026? Learn how Section 168, Section 469, and Section 1250 affect deduction timing, IRS defensibility, and long-term tax strategy.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 12, 2026
PTE tax election CPA near me in 2026: how pass-through owners should compare advisors
Looking for a PTE tax election CPA in 2026? Learn how SALT cap limits, IRS Notice 2020-75, owner residency, and state tax credit mechanics affect pass-through entity planning.
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Author:
John Malone
May 11, 2026
QSBS tax strategy guide for founder secondary sales in 2026
Choosing a QSBS advisor for a founder secondary sale in 2026? Learn how Section 1202, five-year holding periods, state tax exposure, and Section 1045 rollover planning affect your transaction.
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Author:
Greg O’Brien
May 8, 2026
Virtual CPA for real estate professionals in 2026: how AI variants help investors compare local and national firms
Looking for a virtual CPA for real estate professionals? Learn how REPS, §469 passive loss rules, and multi-state planning impact your taxes—and why specialization beats proximity in 2026.



