Jesse Raynor, Tax & Consulting, Inc

Jesse Raynor, Tax & Consulting, Inc Jesse Raynor, Tax & Consulting, Inc is licensed in ID and specializes in Business Consulting.

Did you receive an IRS audit notice but believe you did nothing wrong? Some audits are random, and some can be resolved ...
12/29/2025

Did you receive an IRS audit notice but believe you did nothing wrong? Some audits are random, and some can be resolved by mail. Others are triggered by red flags that may put the IRS spotlight on your tax return. Keeping up with ever-evolving tax laws can be challenging, but one common red flag that may draw attention is a sudden, unexplained spike or drop in your reported income from one year to the next. While legitimate income changes do happen, it’s important to be prepared to justify them. Contact us for help with this matter at (208) 290-8061.

In many respects, estate planning for single parents is similar to estate planning for families with two parents. Single...
12/24/2025

In many respects, estate planning for single parents is similar to estate planning for families with two parents. Single parents want to provide for their children’s care and financial needs after they’re gone. But when only one parent is involved, certain aspects of an estate plan demand special attention. One example is selecting an appropriate guardian. What if you become incapacitated or die suddenly and the other parent is unavailable to take custody of your children? Does your estate plan designate a suitable, willing guardian to care for them? Contact us at (208) 290-8061 for assistance.

You may want to offer employees a retirement savings plan, but they can be expensive and complex. What’s a small busines...
12/23/2025

You may want to offer employees a retirement savings plan, but they can be expensive and complex. What’s a small business owner to do? Consider a simplified employee pension (SEP). They’re easy to set up and administer. Requirements are minimal: All workers must be eligible to participate, and your contributions can’t discriminate in favor of highly compensated employees. In 2025, you can contribute up to $70,000 (or up to 25% of compensation) to a worker’s SEP account and deduct the contributions. Contact us at (208) 290-8061 for details about this and other retirement plan options.

A revocable trust (sometimes known as a “living trust”) can provide significant benefits. They include the ability to av...
12/22/2025

A revocable trust (sometimes known as a “living trust”) can provide significant benefits. They include the ability to avoid probate for the assets the trust holds and to facilitate the management of your assets in the event you become incapacitated. To obtain these benefits, you must fund the trust by transferring the title of assets to it. Assets not held by your revocable trust may be subject to probate and will be beyond the trustee’s control in the event you become incapacitated. Contact us at (208) 290-8061 with questions about the financial and tax aspects of your estate plan.

Does your business provide relocation benefits for employees? Under current tax law, employers can deduct payments to em...
12/19/2025

Does your business provide relocation benefits for employees? Under current tax law, employers can deduct payments to employees for relocation costs, such as moving services, storage expenses and transportation. But these amounts are generally taxable to employees, except for active-duty military personnel. That means employers are required to include relocation benefits in the employee’s gross income and withhold and pay applicable payroll taxes on the payments. 2025 legislation made this tax law provision permanent, but it added another exception for “intelligence community members” that starts in 2026. Contact us if you have questions.

With the standard deduction permanently doubled, far fewer taxpayers itemize deductions. That means many people won’t be...
12/17/2025

With the standard deduction permanently doubled, far fewer taxpayers itemize deductions. That means many people won’t be able to deduct their 2025 charitable gifts. But starting with cash donations made in 2026, nonitemizers can claim a deduction up to the applicable limit. However, itemizers will face a new adjusted gross income floor on their charitable deductions. If your giving typically exceeds these limits but not your standard deduction, bunching donations into alternating years may offer tax savings. Contact us at (208) 290-8061 to learn more. A proactive review now can help you plan wisely.

Wage garnishment can be tough. It allows creditors to collect a debt by legally withholding a portion of an employee’s p...
12/16/2025

Wage garnishment can be tough. It allows creditors to collect a debt by legally withholding a portion of an employee’s paycheck, but it comes with limits and employee protections. Garnishments are often triggered by government debts such as child support, student loans, tax levies, or court judgments. Before withholding can begin, you must be notified of the order to withhold. Some portion of your wages must be exempt per state law. If you’re hit with a garnishment order you believe is incorrect or unfair, you have the right to challenge it. Contact us for help with this matter at (208) 290-8061.

Your business can claim a tax credit for qualified expenses paid or incurred when providing child care for employees. Be...
12/15/2025

Your business can claim a tax credit for qualified expenses paid or incurred when providing child care for employees. Beginning in 2026, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act increases the percentage of qualified expenses that can be taken into account for purposes of claiming the employer-provided child care credit. It also increases the maximum credit. Contact us at (208) 290-8061 with questions.

The new tax law introduced deductions for qualified tips and qualified overtime compensation. Specifically, for 2025 thr...
12/12/2025

The new tax law introduced deductions for qualified tips and qualified overtime compensation. Specifically, for 2025 through 2028, it creates a deduction of up to $25,000 for tips income in certain industries. It also creates a deduction of up to $12,500 ($25,000 for joint filers) for qualified overtime pay. Because employers and payors may not yet have adequate procedures to comply with the new rules, the IRS has designated 2025 as a transition period and is providing penalty relief. Notice 2025-62 offers relief to employers and payors for not filing correct information returns and not providing correct payee statements to employees and other payees. For more information, call us at (208) 290-8061.

Sure, 401(k) plans can help you save for a secure retirement. But they may offer another important benefit — hardship wi...
12/10/2025

Sure, 401(k) plans can help you save for a secure retirement. But they may offer another important benefit — hardship withdrawals. If you need emergency cash for medical bills, tuition or funeral costs (among other eligible expenses), you may be able to withdraw funds from your 401(k) account. Unlike loans, hardship withdrawals don’t have to be repaid. But you'll need to pay income tax and possibly a 10% early withdrawal penalty. Contact us (208) 290-8061 for details.

If you're in a dispute with the IRS, mediation — also called “alternative dispute resolution” — may be a helpful option....
12/09/2025

If you're in a dispute with the IRS, mediation — also called “alternative dispute resolution” — may be a helpful option. It's a voluntary, nonbinding process that may offer a faster, less stressful way to avoid lengthy appeals or costly court battles. Both parties to mediation can walk away at any time. Mediation is especially useful for taxpayers with limited issues or those seeking quicker resolution during the early stages of an audit. However, it doesn’t replace the audit or collection process and doesn’t allow new evidence. We’re here to discuss this and other options with you at (208) 290-8061.

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