by J.R. Martin & Associates | Mar 15, 2026 | Blog
If you’ve elected S-corporation status for your business, you’ve probably heard conflicting advice about how much salary you need to pay yourself. It’s completely normal to feel confused about this—the rules aren’t always explained clearly, and...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Mar 11, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysEstimated tax payments are required if you expect to owe at least $1,000 in federal tax after withholding and credits You generally must pay at least 90% of your current-year tax or 100% of last year’s tax (110% if last year’s AGI exceeded $150,000)...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Mar 8, 2026 | Blog
Running a business means juggling more responsibilities than you ever imagined. Between managing employees, serving customers, and keeping operations running smoothly, it’s completely normal to feel uncertain about whether you’re getting the right level of...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Mar 1, 2026 | Blog
You and your business partner shook hands years ago on how you’d split things up. Maybe you agreed that whoever does more work gets more money. Or perhaps one partner needed less cash this year, so they took a smaller distribution to help the business. It felt...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Feb 22, 2026 | Blog, Cash Flow Management
You need funding to grow your business. Maybe you’re expanding to a new location, purchasing equipment, or investing in inventory for a busy season. You’ve found the perfect loan, filled out the application, and now you’re waiting to hear back. But...
by J.R. Martin & Associates | Feb 15, 2026 | Blog, Business Strategy
You hired a CPA because you needed help with your business finances. You’re paying them every year, showing up for meetings, handing over your documents on time. But when tax season ends, they disappear until next April. And you’re left wondering: is this...
