Self-employed professionals juggle numerous responsibilities, and while taxes are often a top concern, devising a strategic plan typically gets pushed down the priority list. This can lead to overpaying taxes. Read on for some tax strategies to help self-employed...
Taxpayers usually receive a federal refund when they’ve overpaid yearly taxes or withheld more than the amount owed. In a recent announcement, the IRS warned taxpayers that they could see a smaller refund in 2023 than they did this year. Here’s why. Lack of Stimulus...
President Biden’s capital gains tax proposal could be the biggest change to capital gains in nearly a century. His American Families Plan would tax unrealized capital gains at death for unrealized capital gains worth over $1 million ($2 million for married couples)....
President Biden campaigned with a message to “Build Back Better”, and he’s wasted no time in proposing wide-sweeping policy measures. The American Families Plan, the American Jobs Plan, and the Made in America Tax Plan present significant investments in numerous...
Millions of Americans who received unemployment benefits in 2020 got a new tax break from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which changed the rules to the way the federal government usually taxes unemployment benefits. Here’s what to know. How the American Rescue...
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (the Act), which was signed into law in late December of 2020, created more opportunities for using the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERC). Originally a provision of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act...
On December 27, 2020, Congress passed a second Covid-19 relief bill called the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (the Act). Included in the Act is the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020, which includes several extensions relevant to individual...
Your Business. Your Family. Our Priority.
A company owners’ potential for personal financial security usually depends on the success of the business. Our commitment and responsibility is to help keep your business running smoothly and to help achieve your personal financial goals. Whether you are a business or an individual, our specialized staff will provide you with assistance in all your tax, reporting, financial and business affairs.
We're proud members of:
Brammer & Yeend is an independently owned and operated member firm of CPA Connect, a companion association to CPAmerica International
Financial information and reporting should not be a diversion for business owners, instead, financial information should be accurate, available, and insightful. We leverage experience and technology to provide business owners with dynamic resources and management tools.
Our personal services are designed to help busy, successful families manage their finances and grow their wealth with confidence and peace of mind. We do this by working together with our business solutions, allowing us to partner with clients and coordinate business and personal planning in order to meet their most important goals.
We strive to provide excellent service and solutions that fit our client’s specific needs and are industry appropriate. Our experienced CPAs have worked with clients in a variety of industries and understand the intricacies of each and apply the best solution possible. Over the years we have serviced clients in industries including agribusiness, retail, construction, manufacturing, food & beverage and many more. Below are some of our industries where we have specialized experience and expertise.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched a new program through its “Made in America” campaign to help small businesses grow and support American manufacturing. This effort focuses on two main goals: making it easier for business owners to get loans...
With the economy facing ups and downs—from rising interest rates to inflation and global trade issues—many Americans are reevaluating how they plan for retirement. One option that more people are exploring is converting traditional retirement accounts to a Roth IRA....
A tax refund is a great opportunity to strengthen your financial future rather than splurge on non-essentials. Use it wisely by building an emergency fund, paying off high-interest debt, and improving your overall financial stability. Making smart choices now can help you save more, reduce financial stress, and achieve long-term security.
The Social Security Fairness Act of 2025 restores benefits to retirees affected by WEP and GPO, providing many with retroactive Social Security payments. However, these lump-sum payments can significantly impact taxable income, potentially pushing recipients into a higher tax bracket. Understanding the tax implications and exploring strategies like the IRS lump-sum election can help retirees minimize their tax burden.
As a small business owner, tax deductions can significantly lower your taxable income and increase your bottom line. In 2025, key tax-saving opportunities include Section 179 deductions, bonus depreciation, and the Research and Development (R&D) tax credit....
The Trump tariff policies on major trade partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China, could have significant economic implications for U.S. consumers. With a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, a 10% tariff on Chinese goods, and an additional 10% tariff on...
Keeping an open line of communication is important to us. We invite you to reach out to us either by phone, email, or this form to ask questions, request an appointment or talk about any finance-related matter that comes to your mind.
317-398-9753
8 Public Square
Shelbyville, IN, 46176
Your Business. Your Family. Our Priority.
A company owners’ potential for personal financial security usually depends on the success of the business. Our commitment and responsibility is to help keep your business running smoothly and to help achieve your personal financial goals. Whether you are a business or an individual, our specialized staff will provide you with assistance in all your tax, reporting, financial and business affairs.
We're proud members of:
Brammer & Yeend is an independently owned and operated member firm of CPA Connect, a companion association to CPAmerica International
Financial information and reporting should not be a diversion for business owners, instead, financial information should be accurate, available, and insightful. We leverage experience and technology to provide business owners with dynamic resources and management tools.
Our personal services are designed to help busy, successful families manage their finances and grow their wealth with confidence and peace of mind. We do this by working together with our business solutions, allowing us to partner with clients and coordinate business and personal planning in order to meet their most important goals.
We strive to provide excellent service and solutions that fit our client’s specific needs and are industry appropriate. Our experienced CPAs have worked with clients in a variety of industries and understand the intricacies of each and apply the best solution possible. Over the years we have serviced clients in industries including agribusiness, retail, construction, manufacturing, food & beverage and many more. Below are some of our industries where we have specialized experience and expertise.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched a new program through its “Made in America” campaign to help small businesses grow and support American manufacturing. This effort focuses on two main goals: making it easier for business owners to get loans...
With the economy facing ups and downs—from rising interest rates to inflation and global trade issues—many Americans are reevaluating how they plan for retirement. One option that more people are exploring is converting traditional retirement accounts to a Roth IRA....
A tax refund is a great opportunity to strengthen your financial future rather than splurge on non-essentials. Use it wisely by building an emergency fund, paying off high-interest debt, and improving your overall financial stability. Making smart choices now can help you save more, reduce financial stress, and achieve long-term security.
The Social Security Fairness Act of 2025 restores benefits to retirees affected by WEP and GPO, providing many with retroactive Social Security payments. However, these lump-sum payments can significantly impact taxable income, potentially pushing recipients into a higher tax bracket. Understanding the tax implications and exploring strategies like the IRS lump-sum election can help retirees minimize their tax burden.
As a small business owner, tax deductions can significantly lower your taxable income and increase your bottom line. In 2025, key tax-saving opportunities include Section 179 deductions, bonus depreciation, and the Research and Development (R&D) tax credit....
The Trump tariff policies on major trade partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China, could have significant economic implications for U.S. consumers. With a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, a 10% tariff on Chinese goods, and an additional 10% tariff on...
Keeping an open line of communication is important to us. We invite you to reach out to us either by phone, email, or this form to ask questions, request an appointment or talk about any finance-related matter that comes to your mind.
317-398-9753
8 Public Square
Shelbyville, IN, 46176
