What the One Big Beautiful Bill Means for Small Business Owners

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Business Law, Financial Planning & Wealth Management, Service Areas
The landmark One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law in July 2025, introduces a sweeping set of tax reforms designed to benefit many small- and medium-sized businesses across the country — including many of our clients at Moskowitz LLP. If you own an LLC, S-Corp, partnership, or other pass-through...
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Tax Preparation Mistakes Small Businesses Should Avoid

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Service Areas, Tax Preparation & Accounting
Tax season can be stressful for any business, but for small business owners juggling multiple responsibilities, it can be especially overwhelming. Even seemingly minor mistakes can lead to tax liabilities, penalties, or IRS scrutiny. At Moskowitz LLP, our tax preparation team routinely helps business owners clean up avoidable issues—many of...
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Missed the October Filing Extension Deadline

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Service Areas, Delinquent Tax & Accounting Preparation, Tax Preparation & Accounting
If you missed the IRS’s October tax extension deadline, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of options. While missing the deadline can lead to penalties, interest, and IRS notices, it’s also a situation that can be brought under control with the right steps and timely guidance. At Moskowitz LLP, our...
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Resolving Payroll Tax Disputes

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Audits Litigation and Collection, Business Law, Business Law Services, State & Local Taxation Services
Payroll taxes are an area that is fraught with danger for business. If you have any disputes with the IRS or California’s Employment Development Department (EDD), our team of tax resolution attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents at Moskowitz, LLP can help. If you do not deduct the appropriate amount of...
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Why You Should Hire a Tax Attorney Instead of Representing Yourself in an IRS or State Tax Matter

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Estate Planning & Taxation, Audits Litigation and Collection, State & Local Taxation
Dealing with the IRS or State taxing authorities is stressful, time-consuming, and full of traps that can quickly turn a manageable issue into a costly one. Many taxpayers attempt to handle audits, tax balances, or notices on their own, only to find themselves facing larger assessments, denied claims, or escalating...
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How to Reduce the Risk of a Tax Audit: 10 Steps to Keep Your Books Clean and Your Receipts Ready

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Audits Litigation and Collection
Tax season doesn’t start in April—it starts with how you manage your books every single day. The businesses that sail through tax season (and sleep better at night) are the ones that keep their financial records accurate, consistent, and digital. If you’ve ever scrambled to find receipts, match expenses, or...
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IRS Operations During the Government Shutdown: What Taxpayers Need to Know

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Tax And Legal FAQs, Tax: Audits, Litigation & Collection
As the federal government shutdown continues, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has furloughed a significant portion of its workforce — a move that will impact millions of taxpayers and businesses nationwide. According to Reuters, approximately 34,000 IRS employees — nearly 46% of its workforce — were placed on furlough effective...
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What Happens to IRS, Tax Courts, and Collections During a Federal Shutdown: What You NEED to Know

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Business Law, State & Local Taxation, Tax And Legal FAQs, Tax Planning & Compliance
As of 12:01am on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the federal government has officially shut down. While some essential functions will continue, many agencies, including the IRS, are bracing for staffing cuts, service delays, and operational uncertainty. For taxpayers and practitioners alike, this raises pressing questions about what to expect in...
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