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Season’s Greetings From Godley Tax & Accounting, PC

Season’s Greetings From Godley Tax & Accounting, PC

by John Godley | Dec 31, 2025 | Uncategorized

Season’s greetings from the Godley Tax & Accounting, PC team. For you and me both, this week can feel like a blur – trying to finish out last-minute year-end tax moves while making sure the books are wrapping up nicely. And while it’s rather fast-paced...
What Are The Year-End Tax Moves to Make Now For Chicago Business Owners?

What Are The Year-End Tax Moves to Make Now For Chicago Business Owners?

by John Godley | Dec 28, 2025 | Uncategorized

 Key TakeawaysIt is not too late to create meaningful tax savings before December 31, but the remaining moves are very timing-sensitive. Low-cost, in-stock equipment and supplies are the most realistic last-minute purchases that can still be deducted this...
What Payroll Checklist Steps Do Chicago Business Owners Need to Complete Before December 31?

What Payroll Checklist Steps Do Chicago Business Owners Need to Complete Before December 31?

by John Godley | Dec 19, 2025 | Uncategorized

Key TakeawaysVerify all business and employee information early. Even small errors in EINs, addresses, or Social Security numbers can create big filing issues. Review 2026 compensation rules now. State and local minimum wage increases and the Social Security wage...
Big Beautiful Bill Details Chicago Business Owners Might Have Missed

Big Beautiful Bill Details Chicago Business Owners Might Have Missed

by John Godley | Dec 17, 2025 | Uncategorized

 Key Takeaways The more favorable EBITDA-based business interest deduction limit is back for your 2025 tax year. (New restrictions are coming in 2026.) New R&E rules aren’t automatic. Retroactive benefits for 2022–2024 require elections, deadlines,...
Chicago Small Business Holiday Expenses: What Can I Deduct On Taxes?

Chicago Small Business Holiday Expenses: What Can I Deduct On Taxes?

by John Godley | Dec 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

Key TakeawaysCompany-wide holiday parties for employees are generally 100% deductible, as long as they’re not exclusive to owners or managers. Meals with clients are typically only 50% deductible, and entertainment remains 0% deductible. Employee gifts can...
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