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Unlocking Tax Savings: Navigating the Complex World of Foreign Travel Deductions
When engaging in business overseas, it’s crucial to understand how travel expenses are treated under U.S. tax law. Unlike domestic travel, where
01 July, 2026
How to Reconcile Your Accounts in QuickBooks Online (Step-by-Step Guide for 2026)
If there’s one QuickBooks task that separates clean books from chaos, it’s this: Reconciliation. Yet, it’s also one of the most skipped, or misunderst
01 July, 2026
The 3 Numbers Every Business Owner Should Check Monthly (But Usually Don’t)
Most business owners know their revenue. Ask what they did last month?They’ll answer instantly. But ask them this: That’s where the pause happens. Bec
01 July, 2026
Cracking the Kiddie Tax Code: Unlocking Tax Strategies for Your Child’s Unearned Income
Kiddie Tax” is a term that refers to the tax imposed on the unearned income of children. It was Introduced as part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986
01 July, 2026
Wait Until 2027: How the OBBBA’s New Rules Can Slash Your Capital Gains Tax
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has fundamentally reshaped the tax-advantaged investment landscape by making the Qualified Opportunity Zone (QO
01 July, 2026
Proposed Federal Grant Changes Could Impact Nonprofits Nationwide
Just as many nonprofits have adjusted to the 2024 Uniform Guidance updates, another wave of potential federal grant changes is already on the horizon.
19 June, 2026
Deetra Watson Named to Forbes 2026 Best-In-State CPAs List
Blackman & Sloop is proud to announce that Assurance Partner Deetra Watson, CPA, has been recognized on the Forbes 2026 Best-In-State CPAs list, a
11 June, 2026
Why Every Pharmacy Needs a Budget (and How to Actually Use It)
For independent pharmacies, budgeting often feels like a daunting or even unnecessary task. After all, you’re busy managing day-to-day opera
08 June, 2026
Unpacking Restricted vs. Unrestricted Funds: Avoiding Misuse and Misreporting
For nonprofits, understanding the distinction between restricted and unrestricted funds is more than a matter of good bookkeeping—it’s essential to ma
05 June, 2026
Why the Best Accounting Professionals Never Stop Learning: How a Growth Mindset Strengthens Careers, Teams, and Client Relationships
In accounting, no two years ever look exactly the same. As technology evolves, client needs shift, industries adapt, and new regulations emerge, the p
29 May, 2026
Strategic Mergers in the NFP Sector: Financial Considerations Before You Sign
In today’s nonprofit landscape, organizations are increasingly exploring strategic mergers to expand reach, reduce overhead, or increase programmatic
13 May, 2026
Pharmacy Benchmarking: How Do You Compare to Your Peers Financially?
In the competitive world of independent pharmacies, knowing how your business stacks up against similar operations is critical for informed decision-m
08 May, 2026
Employee Spotlight: Ross Stremme II, CPA
Ross Stremme II joined Blackman & Sloop in September 2024 as an Assurance Senior Manager and has quickly made an impact across the firm. From his
04 May, 2026
In the Firm – May 2026
Here is what the firm has been up to since our last newsletter. New Hires: We are pleased to welcome two new team members to Blackman & Sloop: Sco
04 May, 2026
Checking Your Federal Refund Status Is Easy
As you are no doubt aware, the IRS has made a significant shift in its approach to issuing tax refunds by discontinuing the practice of sending refund
27 April, 2026
