The Calculated Moves Blog

Playbooks for family businesses that mean to win

Tax, profit, and growth strategy, straight talk from CPAs who actually run a business. 901 articles and counting.

Why the Average Accountant Costs You Thousands (And How to Fix It)

Jan 29, 2025

Why the Average Accountant Costs You Thousands (And How to Fix It)

If your accountant isn’t actively saving you money, you might be losing thousands, learn how to spot the difference between cautious, reckless, and strategic accounting.

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Do the 87,000 IRS Agents Get New Jobs on the Border?

Jan 24, 2025

Do the 87,000 IRS Agents Get New Jobs on the Border?

What happens when 87,000 IRS agents swap audits for border patrol? Find out how Trump’s bold move could impact your business and why Calculated Moves has your back!

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The Costly Consequences of Neglecting Your Finances: A Tale of Business Woes and What You Can Do About It

Jan 16, 2025

The Costly Consequences of Neglecting Your Finances: A Tale of Business Woes and What You Can Do About It

Neglecting your finances can cost you big time, missed growth, lost funding, and legal headaches, but with the right strategy, you can fix it and get back to what you do best.

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Filing a Hurricane Helene Insurance Claim with ChatGPT: Turning Chaos into Calm

Jan 8, 2025

Filing a Hurricane Helene Insurance Claim with ChatGPT: Turning Chaos into Calm

With ChatGPT and Calculated Moves, filing a Hurricane Helene insurance claim becomes a stress-free process of turning chaos into a streamlined recovery.

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What's the deal with EIDL Forgiveness?

Jan 3, 2025

What's the deal with EIDL Forgiveness?

EIDL loans can’t magically disappear, but with strategic planning, hardship options, and advocacy efforts led by Calculated Moves, there’s a smarter way to manage repayment and push for change.

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You’re Using Credit Cards the Wrong Way (and Paying the Price!)

Dec 25, 2024

You’re Using Credit Cards the Wrong Way (and Paying the Price!)

Ditch the costly credit card habits, skip the rewards racket, and let Calculated Moves help you take control of your finances to make every dollar work for you.

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Is Elon Musk Plotting to Burn Down the IRS?

Dec 18, 2024

Is Elon Musk Plotting to Burn Down the IRS?

Is Elon Musk about to revolutionize taxes by burning down the IRS and rebuilding it smarter, sleeker, and Muskier?

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Is BOI Dead? (Beneficial Ownership Interest Update 2025)

Dec 14, 2024

Is BOI Dead? (Beneficial Ownership Interest Update 2025)

BOI reporting may be on hold thanks to a Texas judge, but this zombie rule isn’t dead yet, stay updated with Calculated Moves and skip the chaos.

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How Trump Winning the Election Will Affect Family-Owned Businesses

Nov 13, 2024

How Trump Winning the Election Will Affect Family-Owned Businesses

Trump’s win could mean smoother sailing for family-owned businesses with fewer tax surprises, extended deductions, and more time to focus on growth, here’s how to make the most of it!

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How to Increase the Value of Your Business By $100,000 in 15 Minutes Per Day

Nov 6, 2024

How to Increase the Value of Your Business By $100,000 in 15 Minutes Per Day

Add $100,000 to your business’s value in just 15 minutes a day with easy documentation tips from Calculated Moves, turning daily tasks into a well-documented asset buyers can’t resist.

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The Government’s Secret Plan to Control Inflation: Is It Really Helping Your Wallet?

Nov 1, 2024

The Government’s Secret Plan to Control Inflation: Is It Really Helping Your Wallet?

Price caps may seem wallet-friendly, but they often stifle quality and innovation, find out how Calculated Moves can help you bypass these pitfalls with strategies for lasting financial success.

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How to Save $1,000 on Reviewing Your Lease Agreement (Without Losing Your Sanity)

Oct 24, 2024

How to Save $1,000 on Reviewing Your Lease Agreement (Without Losing Your Sanity)

Use ChatGPT to scan your lease for hidden costs and repair clauses before calling an attorney, saving you $1,000 and endless stress

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