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Meal Deductibility Changes Under the OBBBA
With the recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), important changes to meal deductibility will take effect beginning in 2026. As your accounting advisors, we want to
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BMSS Family of Companies Takes Top Spot Among Large Companies – Best Companies to Work for in Alabama
Each year, Business Alabama, in partnership with the Best Companies Group, conducts a comprehensive employee survey to identify the best places to work across the state. This year, forty organizations
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Social Security Wage Base Update
The wage base limit is the maximum wage that’s subject to Social Security tax for that year. In 2025, the Social Security Wage base was $176,100 and is increasing to
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Federal 941 Payroll Tax Lookback Procedures
IRS Notice 931 (Rev. September 2025), Deposit Requirements for Employment Taxes, lists requirements for depositing payroll taxes such as federal income tax, social security and Medicare tax. If your company
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Maximizing Year-End Cash Flow for Manufacturing Companies
As 2025 comes to a close, manufacturing businesses across the United States face another year of rapid change; tariffs, logistics pressures, and tax reforms continue to impact profitability. To help
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BMSS’ 2025 Year-end Tax Planning Letter Is Here!
As we approach the end of 2025, it’s essential to plan ahead so that you are well-prepared for the upcoming tax season. Whether you’re an individual, a business owner, or
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Reflect, Refine, and Rise: How HR Reviews Set the Stage for a Strong 2026
In Summary: Rebecca Tipton, SHRM-SCPPutting the “Resource” in Human Resources Consulting With the end of another calendar year quickly approaching, it’s time to identify what your HR goals should be
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Your Alabama Tax License Renewal is Due December 31, 2025
Beginning November 1, 2020, taxpayers are required to renew the State of Alabama Tax License annually. 2026 License Renewal Due Date: 12/31/2025 The My Alabama Taxes (MAT) website provides the
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CMMC Compliance: The Countdown Has Begun
Beginning November 10, 2025, the Department of Defense (DoD) will begin incorporating Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements into new and renewed contracts. Once those clauses appear, only contractors who
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Strengthen Your Cyber Defenses Before It’s Too Late
Cybersecurity is not just an IT function—it’s a business imperative. Today’s attackers target people, processes, and technology, exploiting any weakness they can find. The difference between companies that survive and those that don’t often comes down to one principle: proactivity versus reactivity.
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How the Government Shutdown Affects Taxpayers: What You Need to Know
The federal government shutdown that began October 1, 2025, has created significant disruptions at the IRS, with approximately 35,000 employees—nearly half the agency's workforce—now furloughed. As taxpayers face the critical October 15 extension deadline and businesses prepare for the upcoming filing season, understanding these impacts is essential for protecting your interests.
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Paper Checks Scheduled to Cease on September 30, 2025
On March 25, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order requiring the U.S. Treasury to phase out paper checks for nearly all federal payments and collections starting September 30, 2025.
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