Guides, checklists, and quick references to help you stay compliant, avoid common mistakes, and plan ahead.
May, 2026
How to Properly Track Home Office Expenses as a Small Business Owner
Many small business owners work from home at least part of the time, but when tax season comes around, they’re often unsure what they can actually deduct.
The good news is that home office expenses may qualify as legitimate business deductions when they’re tracked correctly throughout the year.
Some common deductible expenses can include:
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Internet and phone expenses used for business
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Office supplies and equipment
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A portion of utilities
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Rent or mortgage interest
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Business-related repairs or maintenance
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Office furniture and technology purchases
The easiest way to stay organized is to create a simple monthly system:
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Keep digital copies of receipts
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Separate personal and business expenses
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Use bookkeeping software consistently
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Review expenses monthly instead of waiting until tax season
Send an email to elizabeth@weidnercpa.us for a guide tailored to your business.
February, 2026
Intuit has implemented a phased discontinuation of support for QuickBooks Desktop. As of May 31, 2024, QuickBooks Desktop 2021 and earlier versions are no longer supported.
Additionally, Intuit has announced that new subscriptions to QuickBooks Desktop Pro and Premier are no longer available, with existing subscriptions supported only through their designated renewal periods.
While QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise remains supported for now, Intuit has made it clear that Desktop products are no longer the company’s long-term focus. Businesses using any Desktop version should plan ahead, as loss of support affects payroll services, security updates, bank connectivity, and technical assistance.
December, 2025
Are You Going to Fall Off the Subsidy Cliff?
For many individuals, self-employed, or those planning to retire before Medicare, 2025 income will determine whether you keep ACA premium subsidies in 2026…or lose them entirely.
That drop-off is called the subsidy cliff, and for some households it can increase health-insurance costs by $8,000–$18,000 per year.
Here’s what to review BEFORE you enroll:
✅ Estimate your 2025 MAGI (this determines 2026 subsidy eligibility).
✅ Watch for one-time income: bonuses, capital gains, Roth conversions.
✅ Know where you fall relative to the 400% Federal Poverty Level threshold.
✅ Review plan options and pricing in your state’s Marketplace.
✅ Talk with your CPA before clicking “Confirm” on your plan.