The Big Beautiful Bill: What It Means for Small Business Taxes

Congress just passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—a sweeping 2025 tax reform that reshapes how small businesses handle deductions, reporting requirements, and capital investments. Join a tax expert event speaker as they break down the specific changes that affect your bottom line, from the permanent QBI deduction to updated 1099 thresholds, bonus depreciation rules, and research and experimental cost deductions. Get the clarity you need to stay compliant and capitalize on new tax advantages heading into the 2026 tax year.

What You'll Learn:

• Form 1099 reporting changes – New thresholds for 1099-K, 1099-NEC, and 1099-MISC that reduce reporting burden

• Permanent bonus depreciation and Section 179 updates – How to maximize immediate deductions on equipment and asset purchases

• Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction – Why it's now permanent and the new $400 minimum deduction starting in 2026

• Research & experimental cost deductions – Immediate deduction opportunities and potential to amend prior tax returns

• Qualified Small Business Stock gain exclusions – New holding period rules for investors

Who Should Attend: This session is designed for small business owners, solopreneurs, and founders who need to understand how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affects their tax planning and compliance obligations. Whether you're managing employees, working with contractors, investing in business equipment, or conducting research and development, these changes impact your 2026 tax strategy.

Why This Matters Now: With tax season approaching, understanding these reforms isn't optional—it's essential for protecting your business and maximizing your deductions. We've seen small business owners leave thousands on the table simply because they didn't know what changed or how to apply new provisions to their specific situation.

Duration: 60 minutes (45-minute expert presentation + 15-minute Q&A)