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Tax Breaks for Teachers and Educators

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Aug 1, 2022 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

It’s almost time for the start of the new school year, and teachers and other educators should know that they can still deduct certain unreimbursed expenses. Deducting expenses such as classroom supplies, training, and travel helps reduce the amount of tax owed...

The Difference Between a Hobby and a Business

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jul 8, 2022 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

A hobby is any activity that a person pursues because they enjoy it and with no intention of making a profit. In contrast, people operate a business with the intention of making a profit. However, many people engage in hobby activities that turn into a source of...

What Teen Entrepreneurs Should Know About Taxes

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jul 6, 2022 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

What Teen Entrepreneurs Should Know About Taxes Teens and young adults often go into business for themselves over the summer or after school. This work can include babysitting, lawn mowing, dog walking, or other part-time or temporary work. When a teen or young adult...

Standard Mileage Rates Increase for Remainder of 2022

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jul 5, 2022 | Business, Newsletter, Tax

The optional standard mileage rate, which taxpayers may use to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business and certain other purposes, increases to 62.5 cents per mile, effective July 1, 2022. The new mileage rate is up 4 cents from the rate...

Tax Withholding for Seasonal and Part-Time Employees

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jun 4, 2022 | Business, Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

Tax Withholding for Seasonal and Part-Time Employees Many businesses hire part-time or full-time workers, especially in the summer. The IRS classifies these employees as seasonal workers, defined as an employee who performs labor or services on a seasonal basis (i.e.,...

HSA Limits Increase Significantly for 2023

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jun 3, 2022 | Individuals, Newsletter

HSA Limits Increase Significantly for 2023 Contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) are used to pay the account owner’s current or future medical expenses, their spouse, and any qualified dependent and are adjusted annually for inflation. For 2023, the...
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