Eric Joern

Author profile for Eric Joern of Kaizen CPAs + Advisors. On this page you can see all the blog posts that Eric Joern has written.

Learn how S Corporations are taxed and whether it's the right choice for your business.

How Do S Corporations Get Taxed?

One of most frequent questions we hear from business owners is around how an S Corporation works. Now, almost every business we work with has a tax...

Read More
Set realistic and achievable goals for your small business with the SMART goal-setting approach.

How to Set Realistic and Achievable Goals for Your Small Business

No matter the size or industry, every business can benefit from clear goals that align with its vision and values. Delve into the importance of...

Read More
Update: BOI reporting requirements for your business

Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Update

As we close Q1 we wanted to provide an update on this new reporting requirement as required by FINRA. Recently, a federal district court in Alabama...

Read More
Pass through entity taxation cans save business owners thousands.

Understanding Pass-Through Entity Taxation: Save Thousands in Taxes

Pass-through entity taxation is a concept that might sound complex at first, but it's actually a game-changer for small business owners. In this...

Read More
Boost sales and revenue for your small business with these 5 powerful strategies.

5 Tips to Increase Sales and Revenue for Small Businesses

Sustainable small business growth doesn't happen by chance. The most successful business owners clearly define their goals, create a plan, actively...

Read More
Learn how to comply with the beneficial ownership information reporting requirements and prevent financial crimes in your small business.

Demystifying BOI: Guide to Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting

Many small business owners may feel overwhelmed at the thought of yet another reporting requirement. However, BOI, or beneficial ownership reporting...

Read More
Make the Most of End of Year Bonuses for Your Employees

Make the Most of End of Year Bonuses for Your Employees

Year-end planning is focused on reducing taxable profit. One popular way to reward employees and mitigate taxes is by issuing year-end bonuses. ...

Read More
Maximizing Depreciation for the Best Tax Position

Maximizing Depreciation for the Best Tax Position

When it comes to maximizing depreciation deductions before the end of the year, timing is critical. It's important to start thinking about this well...

Read More
Differentiating between good and bad debt can help you make informed decisions to safeguard your financial health.

Managing, Reducing and Controlling Debt

Debt can be a double-edged sword when it comes to its impact on a business. It has the potential to either propel a company towards success or plunge...

Read More
Itemizing and strategic planning are key for maximizing tax benefits of charitable donations.

How Charitable Donations Impact Tax Deductions

When it comes to charitable donations, there are various ways businesses can approach it. One common question is about providing services to...

Read More
End of the year financial planning is critical for a successful new year.

End of the Year Financial Planning

Over the last several weeks, we’ve laid out how you can plan for growth and staffing at the end of the year. Now, we’re going to give you the final...

Read More
Year End Staff Planning for Small Business Growth

Year End Staff Planning for Small Business Growth

This is part II in our series on how to create meaningful year-end planning for your small business. This week’s focus? How to plan for staffing...

Read More