Starting in 2026, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act expands Section 45F's Employer-Provided Child Care Credit from 25% to 40% (50% for businesses under $32M in average gross receipts) and lifts the annual cap from $150,000 to $500,000 ($600,000 for small businesses), with new explicit rules for intermediaries, pooled arrangements, backup care, and reserved-seat contracts.
An Individual Coverage HRA lets small employers reimburse workers tax-free for individual ACA plans with no contribution cap, 11 employee classes, and a 9.96% affordability threshold for 2026. Here is how the mechanics, tax treatment, bookkeeping, and 90-day rollout actually work.
How qualified versus disqualifying dispositions change the tax bill on a Section 423 ESPP, with worked examples covering ordinary income, adjusted basis, Form 3922 cost-basis fixes, and a decision framework for when holding two years actually pays off.
Compare the three most popular small business retirement plans—401(k), SEP IRA, and SIMPLE IRA—with 2026 contribution limits, pros and cons, and a decision framework to find the best fit for your business.
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