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Author:John Malone

JD, CTC, Co-CEO

Co-CEO of Anomaly, working closely with entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses to navigate complex tax and financial decisions. He leads the firm’s operations while helping clients align business strategy with long-term financial growth.

October 15, 2026

Which grouping election should Airbnb owners use for multiple properties?

October 14, 2026

How does a prior depreciation schedule change a cost segregation study for an Airbnb?

October 13, 2026

How should real estate professionals account for Airbnb security deposits, owner stays, and refunds?

October 12, 2026

Can SaaS startups claim the R&D tax credit for internal-use software in 2026?

October 11, 2026

How should a startup account for stock-based compensation before Series A?

October 10, 2026

Can a virtual CPA manage multiple LLCs without losing the tax trail?

October 9, 2026

What should founders change in their QSBS plan after the 2025 OBBB?

October 8, 2026

How should Airbnb owners calculate the break-even point for cost segregation in 2026?

October 7, 2026

What should real estate professionals do before year-end tax planning in 2026?

October 6, 2026

Can startups claim the R&D tax credit for failed product experiments?

October 5, 2026

Can an Airbnb owner use a family management company for multiple properties in 2026?

October 4, 2026

Is a tax strategist worth it before you invest in oil and gas for the tax deductions?

October 3, 2026

How much does a virtual CPA cost for an ecommerce brand with inventory and multi-state sales tax?

October 2, 2026

When does a SaaS startup need CPA-level revenue recognition instead of basic bookkeeping?

October 1, 2026

When does a digital marketing agency need a CPA instead of a bookkeeper?

September 30, 2026

What should a nonprofit monthly close include before board reporting and Form 990 season?

September 29, 2026

How should content creators track brand deals, 1099s, and quarterly taxes?

September 28, 2026

Does converting an Airbnb to a long-term rental undo cost segregation in 2026?

September 27, 2026

When is a lazy 1031 exchange worth considering instead of a traditional 1031 in 2026?

September 26, 2026

How do married couples prove real estate professional status to the IRS in 2026?

September 25, 2026

What should a business do after a remote employee creates state tax nexus in 2026?

September 25, 2026

Startup R&D tax credit: how businesses offset payroll taxes

September 24, 2026

What should digital agency accounting include when ad spend and contractor margins distort profitability in 2026?

September 23, 2026

What should cloud accounting automate, and what still needs CPA review in 2026?

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