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With Al-Nesha Jones, CPA, MBA

Tea & Tax Talk
Tea & Tax Talk is a blog that offers useful insights, tips, and news pertaining to accounting, entrepreneurship, and small business in order to aid in business growth, financial management, and staying current with industry trends.
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What Triggers a Tax Audit?
The thing that scares most people about doing their taxes is the fear of being audited by the IRS. Studies have shown that over 50% of...

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Accounting Tips for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
There’s no doubt that entrepreneurs and small business owners are often considered experts within their individual industries. I mean,...
Mar 2, 2022


Small Business Purchases You Didn't Know Were Tax Deductible
When speaking with any new business owner, they typically have 3 top concerns – what’s the right entity for me, how can I maximize my...
Feb 14, 2022


Simplifying W9s & 1099s for Small Business Owners
Happy New Year business owners. It's Al-Nesha, CPA and firm founder of ASE Group. And this is the time of year where business owners...
Dec 29, 2021


Are Client Gifts a Business Expense?
Tis’ the season to be gift giving! As a small business, it's common to give gifts to your clients and/or vendors to show your gratitude...
Dec 22, 2021


Five Business Trends You Need to Know for 2022
Welp, 2021 has proven to be equally as unpredictable as 2020, but we made it! We’re weeks away from the start of a new year and a fresh...
Dec 7, 2021


2021 Year-End Checklist for Your Small Business
Ding! Ding! The bell has rung and we’re officially into the 4th quarter of 2021. As a business owner, I’m sure your head is swimming with...
Nov 9, 2021


2020 Last-Minute Year-End Tax Strategies for Marriage, Kids, and Family
On the 10th day of Christmas, the IRS gave to me, tax benefits for changes in my family?! Sounds weird, I know, but it’s true. If you...
Dec 23, 2020


Calling All Notaries -- One Distinction That Could Save You Thousands in Tax Dollars!
Time flies when you're busy notarizing documents! Before you know it, April will be here which means it’s time for self-employed Notaries...
Dec 9, 2020


2020 Last Minute General Business Income Tax Deductions
I love the 4th quarter… it’s filled with my favorite holidays, good shopping, great fall weather, and… opportunities to make the most of...
Dec 8, 2020


What is Self-Employment Tax?
Furloughs and layoffs, although unfortunate, happen quite often within any industry causing an unexpected career change. Covid has...
Nov 22, 2020


Home-based S-Corps – how shareholders can deduct home office + personal car use
Let’s talk S-Corps. An S-Corporation, or S-Corp, is a taxation election where an entity chooses to be taxed under Subchapter S of the...
Nov 13, 2020


Tax Breaks for Military Members & Veterans
ASE Group proudly supports the military and all the men and women, past and present, who have risked their lives for our freedom. Let me...
Nov 11, 2020


Accounting 101: What is a CPA & What to Look For When Hiring One
You’ve heard the term “accountant” before, I’m sure. It’s a pretty common job title; but what does an accountant actually do? By...
Oct 28, 2020


How Losing Your Job Can Affect Your Taxes
Losing a job can be overwhelming -- emotionally and financially -- and unfortunately 2020 left many Americans facing this harsh reality....
Oct 20, 2020


Unemployment Benefits are Taxable (and don't count as Earned Income)
2020 has been such a curveball. With millions of Americans collecting unemployment due to COVID-19, the 2020 tax year will be one of the...
Oct 16, 2020


How are my taxes impacted when I relocate to a new state?
Ahh, a fresh start. The smell of new paint, the idea of new adventures, and the hunt for your new grocery store and barber/hair stylist....
Oct 6, 2020
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