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R&E Expensing Is Back: What It Means for Your Business
Congress has restored immediate expensing for domestic R&E costs starting in 2025, giving Kansas businesses major new opportunities—along with important decisions. Learn what changed, how the new rules work, and how to choose the best deduction strategy for your situation.
Kansas SALT Parity Election: Are You Leaving Money on the Table?
With the federal SALT cap increasing to $40,000, Kansas business owners need to rethink whether the SALT Parity (PTET) election still makes sense. This guide explains who still benefits, when PTET can preserve valuable federal deductions, and why modeling your real numbers matters more than ever.
IRS Slowdowns and Shutdowns: What Taxpayers Should Do Now
IRS staffing cuts and government shutdowns are slowing refunds, notice responses, and phone support. Here’s what Kansas taxpayers and business owners can do now to protect cash flow, avoid penalties, and stay on track for the 2026 tax season despite IRS delays.
Latest on Growing and Operating a Business
Spirit AeroSystems Transition: What Wichita Businesses Should Do Now
Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems is reshaping Wichita’s aerospace economy. Whether you’re a supplier, contractor, or lender, now is the time to model scenarios, reduce concentration risk, and strengthen financials. Here’s what Kansas businesses should do to stay prepared.
What’s Your Business Really Worth? Understanding Valuation When It Matters Most
Most Kansas business owners underestimate what their company is truly worth because tax returns don’t reflect real economic performance. Learn how valuation adjustments reveal your business’s true earning power — and why timing, cleanup, and proper preparation can increase value before you sell, expand, or plan succession.
Beating the Odds: When Business Failure Rates Are High, How Do You Succeed?
82% of small businesses fail due to cash flow problems—not bad ideas or competition. Learn the five financial fundamentals that help Wichita businesses beat the odds: knowing your numbers, building reserves, mastering forecasts, and getting proactive help before crisis hits.
Latest HR Tips and News
Are You Burned Out or Just Buried in Bad Systems? A Guide for Overworked Owners
Exhausted as year-end approaches? It might not be burnout—it could be broken systems creating unnecessary work. Learn how to spot the difference between genuine fatigue and system failure, plus quick wins for tired teams and setting up sustainable processes for next year.
Partner Post: With Workers’ Compensation, Good Enough Isn’t Great
Managing workers’ compensation insurance strategically goes beyond just having a policy. Learn how smart classification reviews, payroll allocation, and broker coordination can reduce premiums and lower audit risk for your business.
Employee Development Strategies That Improve Retention and Performance
Learn proven employee development strategies that reduce turnover costs and boost performance. Kansas business owners discover how to build tax-efficient training programs that deliver measurable ROI and strengthen retention.
