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2025 Last-minute Year-end General Business Income Tax Deductions
Nov 28, 2025
Slash your 2025 taxes before year-end!
From prepaying expenses to maximizing equipment write-offs, these simple strategies can help you keep more money in your business. Don't leave deductions on the table!
Source: bradfordtaxinstitute.com/Content/2025-YE-Biz-Deductions.aspx
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Spotlight: Sharmaine Avestruz from City National Bank
Nov 21, 2025
Do you recall First Republic Bank? Do you miss First Republic Bank's personal touch and excellent banking service? Then you will love City National Bank. Highly recommend speaking with Sharmaine for an overview of services including banking, loans and financial planning.
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"In a world where banking can feel increasingly mass-market and impersonal, I’m grateful to work for an institution that still believes in true relationship banking. Nothing is more rewarding than being a trusted partner for my clients and watching their businesses and families grow over time."
-Sharmaine Avestruz
OBBBA Enhances 2025 Last-Minute Vehicle Purchases to Save on Taxes Article
Nov 20, 2025
Unlock huge 2025 tax savings before year-end!
Buy and place in service a qualifying heavy SUV, truck, or van (GVWR 6,001+ lbs) by Dec 31, 2025 and potentially write off the entire business cost thanks to OBBBA. Don’t miss out—check the GVWR and claim your deduction while you still can.
Source: bradfordtaxinstitute.com/Content/2025-YE-Buy-a-Vehicle.aspx
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Greenwater Foundation Program
Nov 20, 2025
Discover the Greenwater Foundation — where innovation meets ocean impact.
Greenwater Foundation is on a mission to make marine research faster, smarter, and more accessible than ever. By connecting scientists, organizations, and explorers with the vessels and tools they need, Greenwater Foundation helps unlock critical insights that protect our oceans and strengthen coastal communities. From climate research to humanitarian response, the Greenwater Foundation empowers the world’s changemakers to do more — and go further.
🌎 Greenwater Foundation — accelerating ocean discovery for a healthier planet.
Be part of the good cause today by reaching out at the given contact below.
2025 Las-Minute Year-End Retirement Deductions Article
Nov 14, 2025
⏰ The 2025 year-end countdown is on! You still have time to boost your retirement savings and cut your taxes. Set up your plan, claim valuable credits, and even consider a Roth conversion before December 31. Secure your future and save big this year!
Source: bradfordtaxinstitute.com/Content/2025-YE-Retirement.aspx
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IRS Updated Capital Gains Tax Thresholds for 2026: Here's What's New Article
Nov 12, 2025
The IRS has updated the 2026 capital gains tax thresholds — rates stay the same, but income limits rise with inflation. That means a little more room to keep gains in the lower brackets. Smart timing and planning can help you make the most of it.
Source: IRS Updates Capital Gains Tax Thresholds for 2026: Here’s What’s New | Kiplinger
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2025 Last-Minute Year-End Medical Plan Strategies Article
Nov 8, 2025
Small-business owners: Don’t leave year-end tax savings on the table! Review these 5 medical plan strategies before December 31 to maximize deductions, reimbursements, and credits for 2025.
Source: bradfordtaxinstitute.com/Content/2025-YE-Medical.aspx
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2025 Year-End Tax Strategies for Crypto Investors Article
Nov 5, 2025
Crypto profits soaring in 2025? Don’t let taxes take the win. Use these year-end strategies to harvest gains, donate smartly, and grow tax-free for the future.
Source: bradfordtaxinstitute.com/Content/2025-YE-Crypto.aspx
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Selling a Term Life Insurance Policy Creates Thorny Tax Issues Article
Nov 4, 2025
Selling a Term Life Insurance Policy? Know the Tax Traps!
When you sell or transfer a term life policy, it can trigger taxable income, limit the tax-free portion of death benefits, and offer no deduction if the policy expires. Always check the transfer-for-value rule before making a move!
Source: bradfordtaxinstitute.com/Content/Selling-a-Term-Life-Insurance-Policy-Creates-Thorny-Tax-Issues.aspx
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OBBBA's Secret Gift: Bigger Tax Breaks for QCDs from Your IRA Article
Oct 24, 2025
Give smarter, not harder! If you’re 70½ or older, Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from your IRA let you donate directly to charity tax-free—and even count toward your RMD. Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the 2025 limit is up to $108,000 per person and offers even bigger tax breaks. A win for you and your favorite cause!
Source: bradfordtaxinstitute.com/Content/OBBBA-Secret-Gift-Bigger-Tax-Breaks-for-QCDs-from-Your-IRA.aspx
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CPS is Proud to be an Active Lender on Kiva!
Oct 22, 2025
One loan at a time, we’re helping build a better future.
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