BE Informed

In this episode of BE Informed, I dive into the significant updates surrounding the Employer-Provided Childcare Credit as outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was passed on July 4th, 2025. Join me, Jacob Reeves, as I discuss how the credit has been raised from 25% to 40% for employer-provided childcare costs, with small businesses benefiting even more at 50%. Notably, the maximum credit amount has skyrocketed from $150,000 to $500,000 per year, creating substantial opportunities for larger employers to reconsider their childcare offerings. If you're a business leader or involved in finance, this episode will equip you with crucial insights on how these changes can impact your organization and your employees. Tune in to stay informed and prepared!

Join tax experts Jacob Reeves and Kevin Forget from Brown Edwards & Company as they break down important business provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3), passed July 4th, 2025. Learn about changes to paid family medical leave credits, excess business loss limitations, corporate charitable contribution floors, and other tax provisions affecting businesses and business owners.

In this episode of BE Informed, I dive into the implications of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) extensions as outlined in the recently passed "One Big Beautiful Bill." Join me as I break down key provisions impacting individual and estate taxes, including the permanence of individual tax rates and increased standard deductions. Discover how these changes will affect your financial planning, from mortgage interest deductions to casualty loss limitations. I also discuss the implications of student loan discharge exclusions and what they mean for taxpayers. Whether you're a seasoned professional or navigating tax concerns for the first time, this episode offers valuable insights to help you understand how these legislative changes might benefit you. Tune in for a clear and informative discussion.

Brown Edwards tax experts Jacob Reeves and Marie Wimmer break down key provisions from the One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3), including the permanent increase of the estate and gift tax exemption to $15 million and the temporary expansion of the SALT cap to $40,000 through 2029. Learn how these changes may impact your tax planning and what pass-through entity owners need to know about state tax workarounds.

In this episode of BE Informed, I dive into the significant tax changes stemming from the One Big Beautiful Bill, focusing on charitable deductions and the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction. Join me as I explain how, starting in 2026, taxpayers who take the standard deduction will be able to deduct up to $1,000 for singles and $2,000 for joint filers in charitable contributions, a move aimed at enhancing charitable giving. I also cover the permanence of the 60% charitable contribution ceiling and the new $1,700 tax credit for educational scholarships. Additionally, I discuss the extended QBI deduction, its implications for pass-through entities, and the increased phase-out thresholds for specified service trades. Tune in for crucial insights that will help you navigate these changes effectively.

In this episode of BE Informed, join me, Jacob Reeves, as I unpack the intriguing new provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill, particularly focusing on the innovative Trump accounts aimed at fostering savings for our youth. Designed for children born between 2025 and 2028, these tax-deferred accounts allow contributions up to $5,000 annually, with the federal government adding an initial $1,000 per eligible child. I’ll delve into how these accounts transition into traditional IRAs upon the child's 18th birthday, the implications for financial planning, and the potential role of nonprofits in supporting this initiative. Tune in to understand how this legislation aims to instill a culture of savings in the next generation and what it means for families navigating their financial futures.

In this episode of BE Informed, I delve into the significant changes brought about by the One Big Beautiful Bill regarding child care tax credits and ABLE accounts. Join me as I explore the enhancements to the Dependent Care Assistance Program, including an increase in the annual exclusion limit and an improved Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit rate rising from 35% to 50%. I also discuss the adoption credit, which now offers a maximum of $17,280, with a portion being refundable. Additionally, I cover updates to ABLE accounts, including higher contribution limits and eligibility for the saver's credit starting in 2026. Tune in for an informative discussion on how these changes can impact your financial planning and assistance in navigating child care costs.

In this episode of BE Informed, join me, Jacob Rives, as we delve into the new tax deductions set to take effect in 2025. We explore significant provisions from the One Big Beautiful Bill, including a $6,000 deduction for seniors aged 65 and older, and the introduction of a $25,000 deduction for qualified tips, designed to benefit service industry workers. Additionally, we discuss a new deduction for overtime compensation and the opportunity to deduct up to $10,000 in car loan interest for new vehicle purchases. Tune in for insights on eligibility criteria, income thresholds, and the temporary nature of these deductions, ensuring you stay informed and prepared for the upcoming tax landscape.

Brown Edwards tax managers Jacob Reeves and Marie Wimmer break down the major education-related tax provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill. Learn about the new scholarship contribution tax credit, expanded 529 plan qualified expenses for K-12 and post-secondary education, and the employer student loan repayment exclusion up to $5,250.

Tax experts Jacob Reeves and Kevin Forget break down the key nonprofit provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3) passed July 4th, 2025. Learn about the new tiered endowment tax affecting private universities with large endowments and the expanded excess compensation tax on nonprofit executives. These changes take effect in 2026—find out if your organization is impacted.