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Cybersecurity: How Business Owners Can Protect Holiday Travel Company Data on the Go

Cybersecurity: How Business Owners Can Protect Holiday Travel Company Data on the Go

by | 9 Nov |

The holidays are a chance to step away, visit family, and recharge. But for most business owners, “away” rarely means fully offline. Your phone, laptop, and tablet come along for the trip, and so does access to your email, banking, payroll, and client information.

That makes holiday travel cybersecurity a business issue, not just a personal one. A lost device or a compromised login can expose financial data, disrupt operations, and create costly headaches long after the trip ends.

Here are practical steps to protect your company’s information while you travel this season.

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Susan Krantz Named a 2026 OSCPA Power of Change Honoree

Susan Krantz Named a 2026 OSCPA Power of Change Honoree

by | 4 Nov |

Zinner & Co. partner Susan Krantz, CPA, CGMA, has been named a 2026 Power of Change honoree by The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA).

The recognition reflects more than 30 years of combining audit expertise with volunteer leadership on nonprofit boards across Greater Cleveland.

Sue was nominated by Tiffany Crosby, OSCPA Senior Vice President. She will be honored alongside 10 other recipients at OSCPA’s annual Power of Change Luncheon on Nov. 17.

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Charitable Donation Records: What Business Owners Need to Know for 2026

Charitable Donation Records: What Business Owners Need to Know for 2026

by | 29 Oct | , , ,

For many businesses and organizations, charitable giving often occurs near the end of the year. It is also when much of the documentation gets lost. A check written at a holiday fundraiser, a few boxes of surplus inventory dropped off at a nonprofit, a recurring online gift for which nobody saved a receipt. Each one can be deductible, but only if the records hold up.

The IRS recently issued guidance (Tax Tip 2026-57) reminding taxpayers to keep organized charitable donation records throughout the year. For business owners who give both personally and through their companies, those records matter even more. Here is what you need to have on file and what has changed for 2026.

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Ohio BWC Dividend Checks Are in the Mail: What Employers Should Know

Ohio BWC Dividend Checks Are in the Mail: What Employers Should Know

by | 20 Oct | ,

If you employ workers in Ohio, there is a good chance a check from the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) is headed your way. The BWC has begun mailing paper checks as part of a recently approved $1 billion dividend for Ohio employers, and many businesses received an email notice this fall confirming their policy is eligible.

It is welcome news, but before that check gets deposited and spent, it is worth understanding what the Ohio BWC dividend is, what you need to do to receive it and how it could affect your business finances and taxes.

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2026 Charitable Deduction Changes: What Donors Need to Know

2026 Charitable Deduction Changes: What Donors Need to Know

by | 9 Oct | ,

House Resolution 1 (H.R. 1), the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), changed how charitable contributions can be deducted starting with the 2026 tax year. Some donors will see new benefits. Others, especially those who itemize, will find their gifts produce a little less tax savings than before.

The good news is that several giving strategies remain highly tax efficient, and a few have become even more valuable. Here is what changed, and how you can continue to support your favorite charity in the smartest way possible.

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How to Protect Your Business from AI Phishing & Deepfake Scams

How to Protect Your Business from AI Phishing & Deepfake Scams

by | 27 Aug |

Scammers are getting smarter. They’re now using artificial intelligence (AI) to create highly realistic fake messages, phone calls, and even videos, targeting individuals and businesses alike. AI-powered scams can fool almost anyone, but a few simple habits can dramatically reduce your risk.

Here’s what you need to know about AI phishing and deepfake scams and how to protect yourself and your organization.

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New Ohio Withholding Rates Take Effect Aug. 1

New Ohio Withholding Rates Take Effect Aug. 1

by | 16 Jul |

If you are an Ohio employer, there is an important payroll update you need to act on before your next pay cycle.

The Ohio Department of Taxation has issued new withholding tables that apply to all payrolls with a period ending on or after Aug. 1, 2026. These updated tables reflect income tax rate reductions authorized under House Bill 96 (136th General Assembly) and are not optional. Ohio employers are required to use them.

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Zinner & Co. Celebrates 15 Years as TIAG Member

Zinner & Co. Celebrates 15 Years as TIAG Member

by | 15 Jul | ,

Zinner & Co. is proud to announce that this year marks the firm’s 15-year Anniversary as a TIAG® member.

TIAG®, a division of TAG Alliances®, is an international alliance of independent accounting firms. With more than 110 firms in over 70 countries, TIAG and TAG Alliances have been consistently ranked among the Top Three Accounting Alliances globally.

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Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 2026: What You Need to Know Before You Shop

Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 2026: What You Need to Know Before You Shop

by | 3 Jun | , ,

School may just be getting out for most kids, but it is never too early to think about saving money on back-to-school items.

The Ohio Department of Taxation recently announced the Ohio sales tax holiday is back, and with back-to-school season just around the corner, now is the time to start planning your shopping list.

Ohio’s 2026 sales tax holiday runs from midnight on Aug. 7 through 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 9. For three days, Ohio shoppers can purchase qualifying clothing, school supplies and instructional materials completely free of state and local sales tax.

Here is everything you need to know to take full advantage.

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Important Changes to the Deductibility of Employer-Provided Meals

Important Changes to the Deductibility of Employer-Provided Meals

by | 13 May | ,

Beginning January 1, 2026, significant changes to the tax treatment of employer-provided meals took effect. Businesses that have historically relied on deductions for meal expenses and food-related benefits should carefully review the new rules, as they may impact tax planning and compliance.

Below is a breakdown of what is no longer deductible, what still qualifies for a 50 percent or 100 percent deduction, and what employers should do right now to stay compliant and maximize allowable deductions.

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Susan Krantz Named a 2026 OSCPA Power of Change Honoree

November 4, 2026 at 11:13 AM

Zinner & Co. partner Susan Krantz, CPA, CGMA, has been named a 2026 Power of Change honoree by The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA). The recognition reflects more than 30 years of combining audit expertise with volunteer leadership on nonprofit boards across Greater...

Charitable Donation Records: What Business Owners Need to Know for 2026

October 29, 2026 at 2:08 PM

For many businesses and organizations, charitable giving often occurs near the end of the year. It is also when much of the documentation gets lost. A check written at a holiday fundraiser, a few boxes of surplus inventory dropped off at a nonprofit, a recurring...

Ohio BWC Dividend Checks Are in the Mail: What Employers Should Know

October 20, 2026 at 11:53 AM

If you employ workers in Ohio, there is a good chance a check from the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) is headed your way. The BWC has begun mailing paper checks as part of a recently approved $1 billion dividend for Ohio employers, and many businesses...

2026 Charitable Deduction Changes: What Donors Need to Know

October 9, 2026 at 4:18 PM

House Resolution 1 (H.R. 1), the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), changed how charitable contributions can be deducted starting with the 2026 tax year. Some donors will see new benefits. Others, especially those who itemize, will find their gifts produce a little...

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