Running an independent pharmacy comes with a long list of responsibilities, and as the owner, you wear many hats—manager, pharmacist, HR, finance, operations. But when it comes time to pay yourself, the answer isn’t always straightforward. How much should you take home? And just as importantly, how do you determine the right method for doing...
Each October, World Mental Health Day serves as an important reminder of the value of mental well-being in both our personal and professional lives. At Blackman & Sloop, we recognize that supporting mental health is essential not only for individual success but also for fostering...
As nonprofit leaders look beyond 2025, one thing is certain — the years ahead will be defined by volatility, complexity, and opportunity. Federal policy changes, economic uncertainty, demographic shifts, philanthropic realignment, and rapid digital transformation are reshaping the nonprofit landscape. These forces are not uniform,...
Few things can rattle a business owner faster than seeing “Internal Revenue Service” on an envelope. The instinct is to panic. But the truth? An IRS notice doesn’t automatically mean you’ve done something wrong. In 2025, notices are more common than ever. Many are generated automatically...
Setting up a child's financial future can be one of the most impactful gifts parents, grandparents, relatives, and friends can provide. By leveraging various tax-advantaged accounts and strategies, you can not only contribute to a child’s immediate financial needs but also lay a foundation for...
The reinstatement of bonus depreciation is a critical component of recent U.S. tax legislation aimed at fostering economic growth. The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) had already put significant emphasis on bonus depreciation, but its permanent reinstatement under the "One Big Beautiful Bill...
The recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) marks a significant shift in the tax landscape, bringing with it a range of changes aimed at easing the financial burden on American workers. Among these changes, the introduction of a new deduction for...
Let’s get one thing straight: Scammers are not slowing down. They’re getting slicker, faster, and disturbingly good at sounding like someone you trust—especially now that AI can mimic voices, emails, and even your tax pro’s writing style. The IRS sees it too. That’s why, every year, they publish...
So you built something real. A business. A legacy. A family-run thing that’s weathered recessions, pandemics, and probably more sleepless nights than you care to count. Maybe it’s a restaurant. A dental practice. A small farm. Maybe it’s a consulting firm that started at your kitchen...
Laura Fletcher joined Blackman & Sloop in October 2023 as part of our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) team. Prior to joining, she served as VP of Finance at a local non-profit, where she partnered with Blackman & Sloop during annual audits. Impressed by...
