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Are You Maximizing the Tax Benefits of Your Real Estate Investments?

Explore cost segregation, a tax strategy that can accelerate depreciation deductions and increase short-term cash flow.

Spring cleaning your finances: eliminating subscription and asset drift

Financial clutter, from forgotten subscriptions to dormant accounts, can quietly drain your cash flow and complicate your financial picture. A periodic review of your recurring charges, overlooked ass

Financial resilience: managing business performance and personal risk together

For business owners, financial decisions rarely stay within company walls - they extend into personal wealth and security. Financial resilience emerges when business health and personal protection are

Healthcare costs for the self-employed in 2026: strategies for rising premiums

With the expiration of expanded ACA subsidies in 2026, self-employed professionals are facing significant premium increases with no employer to share the burden. While healthcare costs are rising, str

S-corporations 101: FAQs for business owners

S-corporations are one of the most frequently discussed (but often misunderstood) tax structures for small business owners. While they can offer real savings on self-employment taxes, the benefits are

Seamless Outsourced Accounting That Meets You Where You Are

When a key employee leaves, the disruption can ripple across your entire business. Walz Group’s EasyKeep team steps in to keep your accounting running smoothly, so you can focus on moving forward.

Understanding the IRS’s new deduction for qualified overtime compensation

The IRS has issued detailed guidance on a new federal income tax deduction for qualified overtime compensation. This measure, effective for tax years 2025 through 2028, provides a federal income tax d

ROI or money pit? Prioritizing home renovations with ROI and tax in mind

Every homeowner faces an endless list of potential projects, but not all renovations are created equal when it comes to your financial bottom line. Strategic home improvements can impact not only your

A smart gifting strategy: why the annual gift tax exclusion matters more than you think

When we talk about gifting as part of a tax strategy, many people assume it's something only the ultra-wealthy need to worry about. But gifting is actually one of the simplest and most powerful financ

Rental or business? Navigating the tax treatment of short-term rentals

Understand how the IRS taxes short-term rentals, from the 14-day rule to deductible expenses and 1099-K reporting. A must-read guide for short-term rental hosts.

Understanding Trump Accounts: what parents need to know about the new child-focused IRA

Trump Accounts are a new type of tax-advantaged retirement account for children, created under 2025 legislation and clarified by recent IRS guidance. While contributions can't begin until mid-2026, fa

Retail Cost Segregation Case Study

Client SP acquired a $3.93M retail plaza and engaged our team immediately to pursue day-one tax savings. Through a Cost Segregation Study they generated $308,887 in first-year savings, see how.

Meredith’s Promotion to Principal

The Walz Group is proud to announce the promotion of Meredith Reinhart to Principal, effective January 2026. Meredith’s promotion marks an exciting milestone for both her and the firm.

Your 2026 tax season survival guide

Important tax changes you need to know about this year.

IRS clarifies 100% first-year bonus depreciation rules

The IRS recently issued new guidance clarifying how the permanent 100% bonus depreciation deduction will work moving forward. This allows businesses to fully deduct the cost of qualified property in t

Is My Inheritance Taxable? What You Need to Know

Receiving an inheritance can raise a lot of tax questions. Is it taxable? The answer depends on what you inherited and how. Here’s a clear breakdown of when inherited assets are taxed or not.

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