AB CPA, Inc.

Full service CPA firm that offers consulting. accounting and tax services.

03/09/2026

If you own a business, you can leverage your annual gift tax exclusions ($19,000 per recipient for 2026) and your lifetime gift and estate tax exemption ($15 million for 2026) by gifting ownership interests. These interests may be eligible for valuation discounts for lack of control and marketability. Another way to benefit from valuation discounts is to set up a family limited partnership (FLP). You fund the FLP with assets such as public or private stock and real estate, and then gift limited partnership interests. Contact us at (708) 430-3232 for additional details.

03/06/2026

Do you have an IRS Individual Online Account? If not, the IRS is encouraging you to create one. Taxpayers with an account can securely access their tax information online. Specifically, you can view your balance, make payments, set up payment plans, access tax records and review prior notices without waiting on hold or mailing forms. Plus, the account can help protect you from identity theft and fraud. Having an account can also help reduce errors and surprises by allowing you to monitor activity in real time and respond quickly if issues arise. See something in your account that concerns you? Call us at (708) 430-3232 to discuss it.

03/04/2026

Business structure affects both taxes and personal liability. The tax factors are particularly complex. A tax-smart tax move for one business could be costly for another. Before making a change to your existing business structure or choosing one for your new business, contact us at (708) 430-3232. We can help you determine which structure will best support your business and financial goals.

03/03/2026

We provide trusted guidance for both individuals and businesses. Our services include tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping and accounting, and compliance. For businesses, we also can support payroll, enhance cash-flow management and provide strategic growth planning. For individuals, we can advise on personal finance, retirement planning and estate planning. With our assistance, you can gain clarity, accuracy and confidence in every financial decision. Contact us at (708) 430-3232 to learn more.

03/02/2026

Staying on top of your tax, retirement and estate planning is essential to protecting your financial future. We can help you keep these pieces aligned by ensuring your tax strategy is efficient, your retirement planning stays on track, and your estate plan reflects your goals and current laws. With proactive oversight, you can avoid costly surprises and maintain long-term financial confidence. Contact us at (708) 430-3232 for personalized guidance.

02/27/2026

The IRS has published new FAQs on Executive Order 14247, which calls for eliminating paper checks to and from the IRS. This change is to reduce fraud, enhance security, lower costs and speed up processing. The IRS is encouraging taxpayers to provide banking information on their 2025 tax returns so it can issue refunds via direct deposit. For taxpayers without a bank account, options such as prepaid debit cards, digital wallets or limited exceptions to the “no paper checks” rule are available. If you owe tax, electronic payment methods are preferred, but the IRS will continue to accept mailed paper checks and money orders for now. Contact us at (708) 430-3232 if you have any questions or concerns.

02/25/2026

Have you considered an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) for your business? An ESOP is a form of qualified retirement plan. More specifically, it’s a profit-sharing plan that allows employees to own shares of their employer’s company and cash in those shares when they retire or otherwise leave their jobs. Many small to midsize businesses have implemented ESOPs because of their exciting advantages. But ESOPs do present some hurdles to clear. Please contact us at (708) 430-3232 to learn more about whether an ESOP might be right for you.

02/24/2026

To make confident business decisions, you need a clear view of your cash position. The statement of cash flows reveals how money moves in and out of your business. It’s usually organized into three sections: 1) Cash flows from operations reflect day-to-day activity. 2) Cash flows from financing activities show how you use debt and equity to fund growth. 3) Cash flows from investing activities capture how you’re building for the future. Together, they tell the real story behind your numbers. We can help you interpret trends, spot risks and manage cash flow to strengthen your business strategy. Call us at (708) 430-3232 to learn more.

02/23/2026

Income investments can play a key role in a diversified portfolio, so it’s important to be aware of their tax treatment. Qualified dividends are taxed at favorable long-term capital gains tax rates. But interest income is generally taxed at ordinary income rates, which can be as high as 37%. So stocks that pay qualified dividends may be more attractive tax-wise than other income investments, such as CDs and taxable bonds. We can help assess the tax consequences of your investment strategy. Call us at (708) 430-3232.

02/20/2026

Your marital status affects many federal tax filing variables, including your standard deduction, credit eligibility and tax owed. If you’re currently “informally” separated from your spouse but still legally married, the IRS generally considers you married for the entire year (even if you’ve lived apart for many months). Unless you divorced or legally separated by Dec. 31, 2025, you must file as married filing jointly or married filing separately for the 2025 tax year. If, on the other hand, you finalized a divorce or legal separation in 2025, you should file as single or, if eligible, head of household. Call us at (708) 430-3232 if you have questions about filing your tax return.

02/18/2026

The cost of goods sold (COGS) drives your company’s bottom line, but its accuracy hinges on how well you track inventory. Even small miscounts and misclassifications can distort your margins and cloud decision-making. That’s where we come in. We can review your inventory methods for consistency, reconcile physical counts to your books and verify proper cost allocations. Identifying discrepancies early can help you catch errors and shrinkage before they escalate. With dependable COGS data, you’ll gain clearer insight into product performance, pricing strategy and cash flow. Contact us at (708) 430-3232 to learn more.

02/17/2026

Drip, drip, drip. That may be the sound of your business’s retirement savings plan “leakage.” Leakage refers to pre-retirement withdrawals made by plan participants (your employees). When a plan’s total assets and individual account sizes shrink, it tends to hurt administrative efficiency and raise costs. It could also indicate that your workers are experiencing financial difficulties, which can reduce productivity. Contact us at (708) 430-3232 to discuss possible solutions.

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9944 South Roberts Road
Palos Hills, IL
60465

Telephone

+17084303232

Website

http://www.abcpainc.com/

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