<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[HFM CPAs]]></title><description><![CDATA[HFM CPAs]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/insights</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:40:18 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://thesocialbullpen.wixstudio.com/hfm-2025/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Your Month-End Close Starts Before Month-End]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's the 18th of the month, and last month’s financials just landed in your inbox. You open them. The numbers look fine, or they look concerning, but either way it doesn't change much. The decisions August was supposed to inform have already been made. You approved the equipment purchase two weeks ago. You told your best crew lead you'd revisit his rate at the end of the quarter. You've been quoting jobs off last spring's margins because that's the most recent picture you had.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/your-month-end-close-starts-before-month-end</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa07e126e4f334c1f51e2b9</guid><category><![CDATA[Accounting]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:06:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_06f1662ce29d4625961a22fab8d84a3c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What the Updated Overtime Deduction Rules Mean for Your Payroll]]></title><description><![CDATA[The overtime deduction created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act has been on the books for a while now, but until recently the guidance on how employers actually report it was thin. That changed in August, when the IRS substantially expanded its frequently asked questions on the deduction for qualified overtime compensation.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/what-the-updated-overtime-deduction-rules-mean-for-your-payroll</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa0258539c0537d50e9d68d</guid><category><![CDATA[Accounting]]></category><category><![CDATA[Restaurants + Hospitality]]></category><category><![CDATA[Small Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:25:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_ca577ad9776c46298d5e77ec679be223~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beneficial Ownership Reporting Is Now Permanently Off the Table]]></title><description><![CDATA[On August 11, 2026, Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued a final rule permanently removing the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report beneficial ownership information under the Corporate Transparency Act. The rule took effect on August 14, 2026. It makes the exemptions permanent that had been in place on an interim basis since March 2025, so for most domestic businesses nothing changes in practice, the change is that it's now settled.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/beneficial-ownership-reporting-is-now-permanently-off-the-table</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a97a03ddd5827661b604496</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:08:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_3183f34d4bb64810aaa1b3b96a07f994~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Proving Tax Compliance Just Got Easier]]></title><description><![CDATA[On August 20, 2026, the IRS announced a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report, available on demand through the IRS Individual Online Account. Taxpayers can generate and download the report themselves, at any time, and the file carries an IRS-issued digital certificate that lets the recipient confirm it's genuine.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/proving-tax-compliance-just-got-easier</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9799879c8db6195f82d19f</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:47:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_3903b84797a64858ac3a65e03847b475~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Your Financial Statements Are Trying to Tell You]]></title><description><![CDATA[Financial statements exist precisely because gut feel misses things. A business can feel busy and still be losing money on every job. It can feel stable while cash is quietly running thinner every month. The numbers usually know before you do. The good news: there are signals - you just need to know where to look.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/what-your-financial-statements-are-trying-to-tell-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8340086f644c8dfb461450</guid><category><![CDATA[Accounting]]></category><category><![CDATA[Small Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:12:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_a5f1f9c20c3d487faa031e7b942b355d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[BDO: Real Estate &#38; Construction's Top Tax Priorities for 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The tax landscape for real estate and construction businesses is shifting quickly this year. State and local tax issues are climbing, key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) are reshaping financing and investment decisions, and more firms than ever are entering the tax credit transfer market for the first time. BDO's recent industry survey of tax leaders sheds light on where the pressure points are, and where the opportunities are too.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/bdo-real-estate-construction-s-top-tax-priorities-for-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a764c09dc26a7fc1f8bba8a</guid><category><![CDATA[Construction]]></category><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:41:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_ff7ec0070ec44187b49b0f57572da5e4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[IRS Simplifies Penalty Relief with a New Automatic Process]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever paid a tax penalty and later found out you could have requested relief for it, the IRS just made that process a lot less hands-on for taxpayers with a solid track record.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/irs-simplifies-penalty-relief-with-a-new-automatic-process</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7648e32dc76a37da3f0cac</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:13:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_863a3dcec29d485b873e99bc6f170e5f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[IRS Raises Standard Mileage Rates for the Rest of 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you or your business track vehicle mileage for tax purposes, there's a mid-year update worth knowing about. 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Whether you're an individual taxpayer or a business owner, setting up an online account puts you in control of your tax information instantly.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/access-your-tax-information-anytime-with-an-irs-account</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a170efbe7ae03e6441e070e</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 18:15:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_25acfd667cd34e6da4afa99f3052deb8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 Business Tax Planning Strategies for 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[With major tax changes now in effect for 2026, proactive planning has never been more important. 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If you find yourself spending more time wrestling with accounting tasks than focusing on business growth, you're not alone. Many successful businesses reach a tipping point where their accounting processes no longer serve their needs. 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Smart business owners know that timing and structure of decisions can be just as important as the decisions themselves.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/tax-implications-of-common-business-decisions-a-strategic-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67c72b0a7d5bb8782ebc9471</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_31c4f039f1914dcbba4c4bd2ba025615~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New IRS Tool to Report Tax Fraud and Scams]]></title><description><![CDATA[The IRS has made it easier than ever for taxpayers to report suspected tax fraud, scams, and other illegal activity. A new, centralized web page now consolidates multiple fraud-reporting options into a single, easy-to-use location, making the process simpler and more accessible for everyone.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/new-irs-tool-to-report-tax-fraud-and-scams</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c2a5b3dbf1d5b6012ebc2b</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:40:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_ead36c2a22df4f0492598ff072bef57d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[BDO: 2026 Real Estate and Construction Industry Predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The real estate and construction industries are navigating a period of significant change—from shifting economic conditions and evolving regulations to new technology adoption and workforce challenges. BDO's annual industry predictions report provides valuable insights into the trends and pressures shaping the sector in 2026 and beyond.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/bdo-2026-real-estate-and-construction-industry-predictions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a7973ae84025d87ea79351</guid><category><![CDATA[Construction]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:27:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_9d2a065053084596a724e7adbafb2448~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[BDO: 2026 Nonprofit &#38; Higher Education Industry Predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nonprofit and higher education leaders can use these insights to anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and strengthen their strategic planning for the year ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/bdo-2026-nonprofit-higher-education-industry-predictions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a794edffff75773eb81627</guid><category><![CDATA[Not-for-Profit]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:21:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_882edcab0d3e4e65a7aa80419eb7ac89~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Build, Protect, and Succeed as a Business Owner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Building a successful company is just the beginning. Protecting your business, minimizing taxes, and planning for the future for yourself and your family requires a proactive, integrated approach. Your financial landscape is complex, spanning business operations, personal finances, retirement goals, and succession planning. The right team of advisors can help you turn complexity into opportunity.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/build-protect-and-succeed-as-a-business-owner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6994cd4848e1ffd8ef776c4a</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Accounting]]></category><category><![CDATA[Estates + Trusts]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 01:26:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_f88db93a278c464182bb6a4441a3d1f1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[IRS Releases Fact Sheets on Electronic Payments and Overtime Deduction]]></title><description><![CDATA[The IRS has released two new fact sheets addressing significant changes for taxpayers: the transition to fully electronic federal payments and a new deduction for qualified overtime compensation. 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Whether you’re looking to protect family wealth, minimize taxes, or ensure your wishes are honored for generations to come, the right estate and trust strategy  is essential. But true peace of mind comes from more than just having a will or trust document—it comes from an integrated approach that combines expert tax compliance  and advisory services . At HFM, we understand that estates and trusts are about more than...]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/build-and-protect-your-legacy-with-integrated-accounting-tax-and-planning-for-estates-trusts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69691ba8022bfc82f76394d0</guid><category><![CDATA[Estates + Trusts]]></category><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Accounting]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 22:12:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_6a3865268aff450295f5312e38c759e2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preparing for the 2026 Tax Filing Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The IRS has issued its annual filing season guidance, and 2026 brings substantial changes that will impact how you file your 2025 tax returns. From the phase-out of paper refund checks to new deductions and expanded reporting requirements, this filing season demands careful preparation and strategic planning.]]></description><link>https://www.hfm.cpa/post/preparing-for-the-2026-tax-filing-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69658982e6e689b3de4c8a7f</guid><category><![CDATA[Tax]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:35:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b76653_17bdf9e2cd3f48969898139e8418216b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>HFM CPAs + Business Advisors</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>