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No Federal Stimulus This Summer — But States Like NY Are Stepping In
There has been no official confirmation from the IRS or Congress regarding a new stimulus check in 2025.
However, some states, including New York, have announced plans to provide relief checks or rebates to residents based on their income and/or filing status.

Wiley Harrison
Aug 19, 20251 min read


Unable to Pay Your Tax Bill? The IRS May Temporarily Pause Collections
If you're unable to pay your tax bill, the IRS offers a temporary delay of collection as one of several relief options.

Wiley Harrison
Aug 18, 20251 min read


Free Credit Report? Yes, Every Year!
Maintaining a healthy credit profile is essential for financial well-being, and one of the most effective ways to do that is by regularly reviewing your credit report.

Wiley Harrison
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Tax Return Mistakes Happen—Here’s How to Make It Right
Mistakes happen—even on tax returns. Whether you forgot to include a W-2, misreported income, or realized you qualify for a deduction you didn’t claim, the IRS gives you a way to fix it: filing an amended tax return (Form 1040-X).

Wiley Harrison
Aug 4, 20251 min read


Did You Know?
If you bought a new electric or hybrid vehicle under 14,000 pounds with a 7 kWh battery, you may qualify for a $7,500 tax credit!

Wiley Harrison
Jun 13, 20251 min read


Tax Filing Day 2025!
IRS suggests extensions!

Wiley Harrison
Apr 15, 20250 min read


Where’s My Refund?!
Check out the online tool to check your status!

Wiley Harrison
Feb 28, 20250 min read


2025 Retirement Contribution Limits
Contact Wiley and his accounting team at The BYB for more information!

Wiley Harrison
Feb 28, 20251 min read


Celebrating Community Leadership: Wiley Harrison Named 2025 Business Person of the Year
On Saturday, February 22nd, the White Plains Youth Bureau, Beta Alpha Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and My Brothers Keeper honored our very own Wiley Harrison with the 2025 Business Person of the Year!

Wiley Harrison
Feb 27, 20251 min read


Opportunity Tax Credit
Did you Know? The American Opportunity Tax Credit provides a dollar-for-dollar credit on a portion of qualified education expenses paid for an eligible student for the first four years of higher education.

Wiley Harrison
Feb 25, 20251 min read


Mileage Rates 2025
Did you Know? The IRS increased the standard mileage rate by three cents to $0.70 per mile.

Wiley Harrison
Feb 3, 20251 min read


Should I Contribute to a HSA?
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) allow individuals to set aside money for future medical expenses, offering triple tax savings. If you have a qualifying high-deductible health insurance plan, you can save taxes by contributing to an HSA.

Wiley Harrison
Jan 23, 20251 min read


2024 Dependent Credit
How much is a dependent worth on taxes in 2024? The child tax credit is limited to $2,000 for every dependent you have who is under age 17.

Wiley Harrison
Jan 13, 20251 min read


2024 Capital Gains Tax
For the 2024 tax year, individual tax filers will not have to pay any capital gains if their total taxable income is $47,025 or less.

Wiley Harrison
Jan 6, 20251 min read


E-Filling W2s and 1099s
If your business has ten or more W-2s and/or 1099s to process, you must file them electronically with the IRS.

Wiley Harrison
Jan 2, 20251 min read


Preparing 1099-NEC Forms
Business owners are required to issue sub-contractors and/or non-corporations a 1099-NEC form.

Wiley Harrison
Dec 31, 20241 min read


New York State Minimum Wage Increases in 2025
Under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), certain limited liability companies (LLCs) and corporations are required to disclose information about their beneficial owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). This law took effect on January 1, 2024.

Wiley Harrison
Dec 30, 20241 min read


New Federal Requirement for All LLCs & Corporations
Under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), certain limited liability companies (LLCs) and corporations are required to disclose information about their beneficial owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). This law took effect on January 1, 2024.

Wiley Harrison
Nov 26, 20241 min read


2025 Standard Deductions
For Single taxpayers and married individuals filing separately for the tax year 2025, the standard deduction rises to $15,000, an increase of $400 from 2024.

Wiley Harrison
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Making Estimated Tax Payments
If you are self-employed or typically owe taxes when you file, consider prepaying each year's taxes through quarterly estimated payments. You can do this by sending 1040-ES payment vouchers or making electronic payments.

Wiley Harrison
Oct 24, 20241 min read
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