Use these guides, checklists, and quick references to help you stay compliant, avoid common mistakes, and plan ahead. If you have questions about your situation, we’re happy to help.
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.
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.