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Wrapping Up the Year: A Holiday-Season Guide for Small Business Financial Success

As the year draws to a close and the holiday season begins, many small business owners find themselves juggling year-end demands with the excitement, and sometimes chaos, of December. At Check & Balance Business Solutions, we know this season brings a mix of celebration and responsibility. Before you step fully into holiday mode, now is the perfect time to tie up the financial loose ends that will set your business up for a strong start in the new year. Whether you're prepari

Dec 82 min read

2025 IRS Changes Are Here, Here’s What Small Businesses Need to Do Now

The IRS and Congress rolled out several key changes in 2025 that directly affect small business owners, from bonus depreciation to reporting rules and inflation adjustments. Below is a roundup of the most important developments from the start of 2025 to now (November 2025), with direct links to IRS and Treasury sources so you can dig deeper. Inflation Adjustments and Tax Bracket Changes Every year, the IRS adjusts tax brackets and deductions for inflation, but 2025’s updates

Nov 33 min read

Quarter 4 Financial Guide: Preparing Your Business for a Strong Finish

As the year winds down, Quarter 4 (Q4) can feel like the home stretch; full of opportunity, deadlines, and, sometimes, stress. For small...

Oct 12 min read

September Check-In: A Fresh Financial Start for Small Business Owners

September is here, and with it comes the unofficial start of a new season. The summer slowdown is behind us, kids are back in school, and...

Sep 22 min read