by Emelia Mensa | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysYou only need 5–9 true KPIs for effective 2026 planning. KPIs should connect directly to a specific financial or strategic goal. Too many KPIs dilute focus and slow decision-making. The right KPIs help you act earlier, not just...
by Emelia Mensa | Uncategorized
Season’s greetings from the Emelia Mensa, CPA 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 here at Emelia...
by Emelia Mensa | 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...
by Emelia Mensa | Uncategorized
Key TakeawaysThe IRS has launched an IRS Post-Appeals Mediation (PAM) pilot program for certain unresolved Appeals cases. PAM allows a facilitated negotiation with a neutral mediator and a new Appeals team. Not every case qualifies, but the program...
by Emelia Mensa | 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,...
by Emelia Mensa | 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...
