Beginning with the 2027 filing season, the IRS will require businesses to submit information returns through its new IRIS system instead of FIRE. The shift affects how Forms 1099 are filed, who needs a new transmitter authorization, and how corrections are handled. Find out what your business needs to verify before FIRE shuts down in November 2026.

Federal government contractors who bill on cost-reimbursable contracts must allocate indirect costs across contracts using structured rates for fringe, overhead, and G&A. This article explains how those rates are calculated, why they shift over time, and how inaccurate rate assumptions can affect proposal pricing, contract margins, and interim billing. Whether you are building a rate structure for the first time or questioning whether your current one still fits your business, this guide walks through the key mechanics and what to watch for.

The IRS has released its 2026-2027 special per diem rates for business travel, and the changes took effect October 1st. If your company reimburses employees for travel expenses, now is the time to update your rates, review your reimbursement policy, and ensure your expense systems reflect the latest IRS guidance before outdated rates create compliance problems. Read our latest article to learn what changed, what it means for your business, and what your finance team should do right now.

For 2026, the IRS has raised contribution limits across retirement plans, IRAs, and HSAs, giving high-income households more room for tax-advantaged saving. The households that benefit most are not simply those that max out every account, but those that act early and decide deliberately which accounts to prioritize, how to coordinate Roth and pretax decisions, and how contributions fit within a broader tax and cash-flow plan. With the right strategy in place at the start of the year, these higher limits become a meaningful planning opportunity rather than a number on a checklist.