IRS Auditing PenaltiesWhen it comes to taxes, most people share one major fear: being audited by the IRS. While the chances of an audit are relatively low for most taxpayers, mistakes on your tax return can raise red flags—and those red flags can lead to penalties,...

What is the NAHB Chart of Accounts?If you are a builder or contractor, keeping your finances organized is a big part of running a successful business. Between tracking job costs, managing payroll, and keeping up with materials, it can be tough to make sense of the...

Best Tax-Free Employee BenefitsWhen it comes to keeping great employees, offering a competitive salary is just the beginning. More and more employers are seeing that tax-free benefits are a great way to give extra value without raising taxes for the company or the...

Manage Your Investments with EaseIt is easy to feel overwhelmed when taking the first steps forward in investing, but managing your money can be simple when you have a clear plan and a few practical tips. With the right approach, a bit of planning, and a few smart...

Tax Deductions for Real Estate AgentsAs someone who works in the business and real estate world, understanding what items you can write off on your taxes can be a game changer. It can help maximize your income while minimizing your taxable income.  At Cooper Norman,...

Unclaimed Property Basics for Idaho BusinessesAs a business owner, you juggle many different responsibilities. A part of running a business requires that your organization must file many reports. One that is often forgotten is the unclaimed property report. This...

Tax Implications for Group Life InsuranceWhen it comes to employee benefits, group life insurance is often a highly valued perk. It provides financial security for employees’ families and demonstrates that a company genuinely cares about its workforce. But what many...