<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[NEA Financial Services, LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEA Financial Services, LLC is a custom-designed accounting firm and financial service provider located in Jonesboro, Arkansas.  ]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:02:54 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Charity Giving, Cash vs. Goods]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cash and noncash gifts follow different rules as far as the value of the donation, but both require paperwork to get the deduction.]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/charity-giving-cash-vs-goods</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e068</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_d8e1be0b34314c5e8fdeaab712384c91~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why We Ask You to Use the Tax Organizer and Online Portal (and What Not to Email)]]></title><description><![CDATA[We take every step we can to protect and secure the information that you trust us with]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/why-we-ask-you-to-use-the-tax-organizer-and-online-portal-and-what-not-to-email</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e060</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:00:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_77e855378ae24904ab62539ca793a2fa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Digital Creator Guide to Tax Responsibilities ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here is your easy-to-understand roadmap to tax compliance and smart deductions.]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/digital-creator-guide-to-tax-responsibilities</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e077</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_422e3a5c876143c5af37a5b40e4cd762~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should I outsource my bookkeeping]]></title><description><![CDATA[Outsourcing your bookkeeping to a professional accountant or CPA is often the smarter choice for growing businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/should-i-outsource-my-bookkeeping</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e080</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_05d29ab9f8d64cfc916f49ec53f21107~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Signs Your Bookkeeping is Holding You Back ]]></title><description><![CDATA[If your numbers aren’t clear, it’s hard to make good decisions about where to go from here.]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/3-signs-your-bookkeeping-is-holding-you-back</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e08d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:00:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_4e93d348bc464cd1ae2941f76110b511~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Side Hustles: What You Need to Know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Side hustles can be financially rewarding and even personally fulfilling. But they shift you from employee to business owner in the eyes of the tax code, even if it’s just nights and weekends.]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/side-hustles-what-you-need-to-know</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e07d</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Professional Lifestyle]]></category><category><![CDATA[Financial Lifestyle]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:00:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_b9a595267973457ea021b418453e2d7e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is your worker a contractor or an employee? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The DOL applies the "economic realities" test to assess economic dependence under the FLSA.  It emphasizes that workers who are dependent on the employer are employees, entitled to minimum wage and overtime; those in business for themselves are independent contractors. ]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/is-your-worker-a-contractor-or-an-employee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e08f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_a5b5d2c4544f480dbe3ff6bb4f012547~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How is Investment Income taxed? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investment income is a good problem to have. It means your money is working for you, even while you’re sleeping, vacationing, or pretending you understand market commentary on the news. Unfortunately, the IRS is awake for all of it, and different types of investment income are taxed in different ways. Understanding those differences can help you avoid surprises and make smarter decisions throughout the year. First, not all investment income is created equal. Interest income (from savings...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/how-is-investment-income-taxed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e063</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Financial Lifestyle]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 19:00:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_b9dd385ece1f4ec9ad83e454d3ab13f8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Tax Brackets: Will a Raise Cost You Money ]]></title><description><![CDATA[If there’s one tax myth that just won’t retire despite being well past its usefulness, it’s the idea that “moving into a higher tax bracket means you take home less money.” This is not how tax brackets work (thankfully).  But frequently I hear from a client some good news about a raise or bonus, and their first question for me is whether the IRS is going to be waiting with a vacuum hose to suck up all their joy. So let’s clear the air and explain how tax brackets really work.  First, the tax...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/understanding-tax-brackets-will-a-raise-cost-you-money</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e07a</guid><category><![CDATA[Professional Lifestyle]]></category><category><![CDATA[Financial Lifestyle]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Tax]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:00:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_973c98dfaa5c4a4a8e4ec0e26a3f25f3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What can you do before December 31st?]]></title><description><![CDATA[End-of-Year Tax Moves for Business Owners The end of the year always sneaks up on us.  There’s the holiday rush, closing the books, and planning for next year, so tax planning doesn’t usually make it to the top of the list. But here’s the truth: December 31 is the finish line for many of your best tax-saving opportunities.  Once the calendar flips, so does your chance to make these moves. Here are five smart strategies to consider before year-end: 1. Buy Needed Equipment or Technology Are you...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/what-can-you-do-before-december-31st</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e075</guid><category><![CDATA[Business Tax]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:01:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_8fbcd8ee98804b568bd9c85ba20318e2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What high-earning W-2 employees often miss]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you think all W-2 employees have “simple” taxes, think again—especially if your income is in the upper brackets or you have multiple income streams. High earners sometimes leave money on the table or risk penalties, because they don’t realize certain items apply to them. Here are five common mistakes—or missed opportunities: 1. Overlooking Pre-Tax Benefits Maxing out your 401(k) is just the beginning. Many employers also offer: Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Flexible Spending Accounts...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/what-high-earning-w-2-employees-often-miss</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e08a</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Tax]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:00:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_415dd01901b946bb9c1068d6d1ba61be~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Avoid Top 5 Payroll Mistakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let’s face it—payroll isn’t why you started your business. But unless your dream involved IRS penalties and frustrated employees, it’s a corner of your operations that deserves attention.  As a CPA who works with small service-based businesses every day, I’ve seen some common payroll pitfalls that sneak up on otherwise savvy owners. The good news? These mistakes are avoidable—and we’ll show you how.  1. Missing Payroll Tax Deposit Deadlines   If payroll taxes had a motto, it would be: “Pay us...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/how-to-avoid-top-5-payroll-mistakes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e072</guid><category><![CDATA[Business Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Payroll]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:00:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_a5117151c892475dbb3b2df98b0de0f5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Questions to consider when getting business advice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone has advice for you. They are all eager to share their ideas on how you should run your business, marketing, and managing your...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/everyone-has-an-opinion</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e06f</guid><category><![CDATA[Professional Lifestyle]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 21:01:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_177d5a79414c4ffc8a7a694732f60f49~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do you really have Good Books?]]></title><description><![CDATA[To clarify – not talking about your personal library here.  If your business books are a mess and you want to do better in 2024, it’s important to understand what exactly makes your books (accounting records) “good.” Here are the fundamentals of good bookkeeping.  They are practically interdependent, each one supports the others, so you need all of these to have good books:  1. Timeliness . A basic requirement of good bookkeeping is maintaining up-to-date records. Your financial information...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/do-you-really-have-good-books</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e06a</guid><category><![CDATA[Business Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Accounting & Bookkeeping]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:00:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_23f208e9cfe04a2aa656a2483f9f7730~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to NOT start the year in 1099 Hell]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you work with contractors/vendors/attorneys/landlords and you typically pay them more than $600 during the year, then you know that you have to send them a 1099 at the end of the year. Trying to chase them down in January to fill out their W-9, in addition to calculating how much you’ve paid them to put on the 1099, is the worst way to spend the start of a New Year. And your accountant is probably especially fond of doing this for you, too (sarcasm).  So let’s not do that this year. If you...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/how-to-not-start-the-year-in-1099-hell</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e083</guid><category><![CDATA[Business Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Accounting & Bookkeeping]]></category><category><![CDATA[Payroll]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:00:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_db207c7b16f54fa39d451273847a41f2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are Some Good Tax Moves for Retirement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taxes are as much as a long-term play as a short-term play, and it’s important to plan your tax strategies as far in advance as possible, especially in regards to your golden years, or   what some people refer to as “retirement”.  We don’t always just stop working and sit in a rocker or on the beach somewhere with an umbrella drink. But stopping what you’re doing and living differently at some point in the future is what most people aim for.  The reality is that most individuals will move to...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/good-tax-moves</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e08b</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Tax]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_b21fd414404a42f58e4c772355e57e27~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to choose dress code for a small business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your dress code is a guide for how you and your employees represent your business. What kind of impression do you want to make on clients and professional relations? Here are 5 dress code styles to help you decide what fits best for your business and team. 1.    Professional/Business Formal – This is going to be your best dressed clothing. For men it means a suit and tie. For women it can mean dress/skirt or a pants suit. I’m personally grateful for this dress code dying out. 2.    Business...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/how-to-choose-dress-code-for-your-small-business</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e087</guid><category><![CDATA[Professional Lifestyle]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:14:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_6658a6fb562d4a778ca7c7e371500137~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can I deduct my kid's allowance? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[You may have heard about this nifty tax deduction for the self-employed: getting a Roth retirement account set up for your child and contributing the maximum amount yearly.  The sometimes overlooked hiccup with this tactic is that your child has to have EARNED income to contribute to a Roth. And no, an allowance does not constitute earned income.  Earned income includes things such as wages, salary, commissions, tips, bonuses, self-employment income, and nontaxable combat pay (this goes for...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/can-i-deduct-my-kid-s-allowance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e07e</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Tax]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:55:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_a9800e33cc9e4169959893e93a0a6a7f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s new with the 1099-K?]]></title><description><![CDATA[You’ve probably seen it by now if you have any type of business and receive electronic payments from your customers–credit cards, Venmo, PayPal, etc. You will also receive one even if you’re not self-employed if you use cash transfer apps like Cash App. The 1099-K is issued by third party payment processors and it reports all of the payments and transactions that were processed through them over the past calendar year. You should receive your copy early in the following year–they are required...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/what-s-new-with-the-1099-k</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e069</guid><category><![CDATA[Business Tax]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:00:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_29aeb982f34d4cde857d9e787d294c82~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How long should I keep receipts for my business? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s a very popular question: how long should a business keep their receipts/records and what constitutes good support? It’s also a touchy subject.  What most of us don’t realize is that “innocent until proven guilty” simply does not apply in the case of a tax return audit.  It’s the opposite.  When you file your return, you are asserting that you received a certain amount of income, and that a certain amount of that income should not be taxed because of your deductions.  If the IRS questions...]]></description><link>https://www.kaizenaccounting.us/post/keep-your-receipts-for-how-long</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae363b01b3aa4666b49e084</guid><category><![CDATA[Business Tax]]></category><category><![CDATA[Accounting & Bookkeeping]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2023 12:30:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6cda0b_a50f80a5fbb74fc980ad88c38a267d86~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kclark358</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>