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. 893 articles and counting.

Nov 14, 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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Nov 7, 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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Nov 2, 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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Oct 25, 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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Oct 17, 2024
The Truth Behind Kamala’s $50,000 Small Business Plan
Unpack the truth behind Kamala Harris's $50,000 business deduction plan, which promises a windfall for small businesses but is more likely a political illusion with little benefit for most entrepreneurs.
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Oct 12, 2024
Can I Deduct a Watch as a Business Expense?
Can you deduct a watch as a business expense? Maybe, if it enhances your professional image and serves a clear business purpose!
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Oct 3, 2024
Are You Afraid of Sales? Think Again!
Afraid of sales? Think again—you're already doing it daily, and mastering it could be the key to growing your business, boosting profits, and making life easier.
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Sep 28, 2024
Changing Your Business Name? What You NEED to Know About Your EIN!
Thinking of changing your business name? Find out if you need a new federal ID number and how to avoid IRS headaches!
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Sep 19, 2024
Ask Your Own AI Accountant: Meet the Donna Genie!
Meet the Donna Genie, your 24/7 AI accountant ready to answer your burning financial questions without the jargon or hefty invoices—ask her three questions for free at calculatedmoves.com/genie and watch your accounting woes disappear!
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Sep 12, 2024
Why Unrealized Gains Tax will Kill Our Economy
Discover why the unrealized gains tax could sink your investments and how Calculated Moves can help you navigate this financial storm.
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Sep 5, 2024
Bananatize Your Business: Transforming the Ordinary into Extraordinary Success
Discover how the Savannah Bananas' game-changing innovation can inspire you to transform your business into a customer favorite.
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Aug 24, 2024
Hack to Grow Your Business 6x Faster (And Avoid the $300,000 Mistake)
Discover the simple hack to skyrocket your business growth by 6x and achieve success faster than you ever imagined.
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