
Author:
John Malone
October 15, 2026
Which grouping election should Airbnb owners use for multiple properties?
Which grouping election should Airbnb owners use? Learn how IRC §469, material participation, and real estate professional rules affect multiple properties.

Author:
John Malone
October 14, 2026
How does a prior depreciation schedule change a cost segregation study for an Airbnb?
Already depreciating your Airbnb? Learn how cost segregation look-back studies, Form 3115, and Section 481(a) can affect your tax deductions.

Author:
John Malone
October 13, 2026
How should real estate professionals account for Airbnb security deposits, owner stays, and refunds?
Learn how to account for Airbnb security deposits, owner stays, and refunds, including IRS rental income rules, personal-use limits, and tax reporting.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
October 12, 2026
Can SaaS startups claim the R&D tax credit for internal-use software in 2026?
Can SaaS startups claim the R&D tax credit for internal-use software in 2026? Explore eligibility tests, Section 174A, documentation, and payroll credits.

Author:
John Malone
October 11, 2026
How should a startup account for stock-based compensation before Series A?
Learn how startups should account for stock-based compensation before Series A, including ASC 718, 409A valuations, Section 83(b), and cap-table controls.

Author:
John Malone
October 10, 2026
Can a virtual CPA manage multiple LLCs without losing the tax trail?
Learn how a virtual CPA can manage multiple LLCs while preserving separate books, intercompany records, tax trails, and consolidated owner reporting.

Author:
John Malone
October 9, 2026
What should founders change in their QSBS plan after the 2025 OBBB?
Learn how founders should update QSBS planning after the 2025 OBBB, including new holding-period tiers, the $15M cap, and $75M asset threshold.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
October 8, 2026
How should Airbnb owners calculate the break-even point for cost segregation in 2026?
Learn how Airbnb owners can calculate the cost segregation break-even point in 2026 using study costs, usable losses, tax rates, and recapture.

Author:
John Malone
October 7, 2026
What should real estate professionals do before year-end tax planning in 2026?
Learn what real estate professionals should review before year-end tax planning in 2026, including REPS, passive losses, §199A, depreciation, and personal use.

Author:
John Malone
October 6, 2026
Can startups claim the R&D tax credit for failed product experiments?
Learn when failed product experiments can qualify for the R&D tax credit and how startups should document technical work, costs, and Form 6765 in 2026.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
October 5, 2026
Can an Airbnb owner use a family management company for multiple properties in 2026?
Learn when a family management company makes sense for Airbnb owners with multiple properties and how tax, pricing, and documentation rules apply in 2026.

Author:
John Malone
October 4, 2026
Is a tax strategist worth it before you invest in oil and gas for the tax deductions?
See when a tax strategist is worth it before an oil and gas investment, especially when deductions depend on structure, passive-loss rules, and timing.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
October 3, 2026
How much does a virtual CPA cost for an ecommerce brand with inventory and multi-state sales tax?
See what a virtual CPA may cost for an ecommerce brand with inventory, marketplace complexity, and multi-state sales tax, and what drives the price higher.

Author:
John Malone
October 2, 2026
When does a SaaS startup need CPA-level revenue recognition instead of basic bookkeeping?
Learn when a SaaS startup needs CPA-level revenue recognition instead of basic bookkeeping, especially with annual contracts, deferred revenue, and fundraising.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
October 1, 2026
When does a digital marketing agency need a CPA instead of a bookkeeper?
Learn when a digital marketing agency needs a CPA instead of only a bookkeeper, especially as margins, owner pay, contractors, and tax planning become more complex.

Author:
John Malone
September 30, 2026
What should a nonprofit monthly close include before board reporting and Form 990 season?
Learn what a nonprofit monthly close should include to support accurate board reporting, cleaner financial oversight, and smoother Form 990 preparation.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
September 29, 2026
How should content creators track brand deals, 1099s, and quarterly taxes?
Content creators should track brand deals, 1099s, expenses, and quarterly taxes before tax season. Learn when estimated payments and CPA support start to matter.

Author:
John Malone
September 28, 2026
Does converting an Airbnb to a long-term rental undo cost segregation in 2026?
Converting an Airbnb to a long-term rental usually does not undo cost segregation, but it may change passive-loss treatment and deduction timing under IRC §469.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
September 27, 2026
When is a lazy 1031 exchange worth considering instead of a traditional 1031 in 2026?
Learn when a lazy 1031 may be worth considering in 2026, how it differs from a traditional 1031, and why passive-loss math matters.

Author:
John Malone
September 26, 2026
How do married couples prove real estate professional status to the IRS in 2026?
Learn how married couples prove real estate professional status in 2026, including spouse-hour rules, material participation, and IRS-ready records.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
September 25, 2026
What should a business do after a remote employee creates state tax nexus in 2026?
Learn what to do after a remote employee creates state tax nexus in 2026, from payroll registrations to multi-state filing cleanup and planning.
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Author:
John Malone
September 25, 2026
Startup R&D tax credit: how businesses offset payroll taxes
Use the startup R&D tax credit to offset up to $500,000 in employer payroll taxes per year - even before you owe income tax. Anomaly CPA explains who qualifies.

Author:
John Malone
September 24, 2026
What should digital agency accounting include when ad spend and contractor margins distort profitability in 2026?
Learn what digital agency accounting should include in 2026 when ad spend, contractor margins, and owner tax planning distort true profitability.

Author:
Greg O’Brien
September 23, 2026
What should cloud accounting automate, and what still needs CPA review in 2026?
See what cloud accounting should automate in 2026, what still needs CPA review, and how growing businesses should balance automation with expert oversight.




