For many nonprofits, budgeting season can feel overwhelming. Especially for organizations operating on a fiscal-year schedule, this time of year often becomes a race to plug numbers into spreadsheets and finalize next year’s expenses and that’s why we’re here to share tactics to help your budgeting season for Colorado Nonprofits. But strong nonprofit budgets are...
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5 Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a New Tax Preparer
If you’re reading this in March or April, there’s probably a reason. This is the time of year when small business owners start to feel the cracks with their current tax preparer. Emails are going unanswered. Questions feel brushed off. You might be getting your documents together and realizing you don’t actually understand what your...
The Money Isn’t Gone, It’s Leaking: A Look Inside Colorado Nonprofit Finances
Big Hearts, Clear Missions Running a nonprofit in Colorado usually starts with a big heart and a clear mission. It does not usually start with dreams of spreadsheets, compliance rules, or reconciling donation reports at 9 p.m. after an event. And yet, that is often where we find ourselves. At Momentum Tax, we work closely...
Still in the Air: Celebrating 10 Years of Momentum
We recently celebrated Momentum’s 10-year anniversary — and what a ride it’s been. Looking back, I’m filled with gratitude. Over the years, we’ve been surrounded by incredible people — our team, our clients, our friends, and our families — who’ve helped build something worth celebrating: ten years of growth, collaboration, and momentum that just keeps...
Itemize vs. Standard Deduction: The Showdown Your Tax Return Deserves
You’ve got a business to run, employees to pay, and approximately 47 tabs open in your brain. The last thing you want is a choose-your-own-adventure on your personal tax return. But here we are: itemize or take the standard deduction? Let’s make this...
We Read “One Big Beautiful Bill” So You Don’t Have To: Here’s What Matters
Many of our clients are hardworking individuals, growing families, and small business owners who are doing their best to stay informed and make wise financial decisions. Over the past few weeks, several of our clients have reached out with great questions regarding the recent federal tax changes included in what’s being called One Big Beautiful...
It’s Half-Time, Baby: Time for a Mid-Year Financial Checkup
Let’s call it like it is—most people think about taxes once a year… when it’s already too late to change the outcome. But the real money-movers? The smart ones? They know the secret sauce is in the mid-year review. Right now—smack in the middle of the calendar year—is your golden window to take control of...
Year-End Tax Planning Strategies to Save Before 2025
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time for business owners to engage in year-end tax planning. Proper planning not only ensures compliance but also allows you to maximize deductions and credits, ultimately saving your business money. With the tax landscape constantly changing, now is the time to strategize and take advantage of...
Tips for Lowering Business Expenses
Managing business expenses can feel like trying to wrangle an unruly herd of cattle — things can quickly get out of hand. But don’t worry, partner, we’ve got the lasso you need to get those costs under control. Here are some practical tips to help tame your business expenses without sacrificing quality or efficiency. 1....
What is the Nanny Tax and What Does it Mean for Colorado Families?
Hiring a nanny or other household help can be a lifesaver for busy families. They provide invaluable support, caring for your children and allowing you to focus on other priorities. However, before welcoming a nanny into your home, it’s crucial to understand the legalities involved, specifically the “nanny tax.” What is the Nanny Tax? The...
