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DWC – Helping to Build Dreams!
DWC in Glenwood Springs would like to thank Habitat for Humanity for inviting us to participate in a group build for their duplex project in Silt. The group had a great time, despite the hotter-than-normal day. We wish homeowner Jennifer and her family many wonderful memories in their soon-to-be new
It’s Time for Business Midyear Checkup!
Time flies when you’re busy running a business. But it’s important to occasionally pause and assess interim performance — otherwise you’re likely to be surprised by the year-end results. When reviewing midyear financial reports, however, recognize their potential shortcomings. These reports might not be as reliable as year-end financials, unless
An Overview of Qualified Improvement Property
A common frustration for small business owners has historically been their inability to recover nonresidential commercial real estate costs through depreciation in a reasonable amount of time. Nonresidential real property has been relegated to a 39-year straight-line recovery life, with no opportunity for accelerated deductions. This unfavorable depreciation period and
Consider a Donor-Advised Fund for Charitable Giving
Do you make sizable gifts to charitable causes? If you’re fortunate enough to afford it, you can realize personal gratification from your generosity and may be able to claim a deduction on your tax return. But once you turn over the money or assets, you generally have no further say
Sending Your Kids to Day Camp May Provide a Tax Break
When school lets out, kids participate in a wide variety of summer activities. If one of the activities your child is involved with is day camp, you might be eligible for a tax credit! Dollar-for-dollar savings Day camp (but not overnight camp) is a qualified expense under the child and
Can you deduct business travel if it’s combined with a vacation?
At this time of year, a summer vacation is on many people’s minds. If you travel for business, combining a business trip with a vacation to offset some of the cost with a tax deduction can sound appealing. But tread carefully, or you might not be eligible deduct business travel
IRS Guidance for FASB’s New Revenue Recognition Rule
In 2014, a new accounting standard on how to recognize revenue from contracts was issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). Now the IRS is allowing a new automatic change in accounting method for businesses to use to conform with the new financial accounting standard. This will allow for
Does Your Family Know Where to Find Your Original Will?
In a world that’s increasingly paperless, you’re likely becoming accustomed to conducting a variety of transactions digitally. But when it comes to your last will and testament, only an original, signed document will do. A photocopy isn’t good enough Many people mistakenly believe that a photocopy of a signed will
IRS Audit Guides Give Clues to Business Audit Red Flags
IRS examiners use Audit Techniques Guides (ATGs) to prepare for audits — and so can small business owners. Many ATGs target specific industries, such as construction. Others address issues that frequently arise in audits, such as executive compensation and fringe benefits. These publications can provide valuable insights into issues that
Do You Need to Adjust Your Withholding?
If you received a large refund after filing your 2017 income tax return, you’re probably enjoying the influx of cash. But a large refund isn’t all positive. It also means you were essentially giving the government an interest-free loan. That’s why a large refund for the previous tax year would