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Collins, Barr & Hembree, Ltd.

Collins, Barr & Hembree, Ltd. is licensed in MS and specializes in Accounting. We are professional, experienced, and affordable.

We offer a broad range of services for business owners, executives, and independent professionals.

01/12/2026

Business owners are widely (and quite rightly) advised to regularly engage in detailed strategic planning. But a common problem is that the details can pile up quickly, leaving owners feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. The solution: Follow a methodical, step-by-step approach that enables you to chart an adaptable and profitable course into the future. Contact us at (601) 707-7536 for help designing or refining your business’s strategic planning process.

01/09/2026

Legislation in 2025 made 100% bonus depreciation permanent for businesses that purchase and place into service qualified new or used property after Jan. 19, 2025. However, when you file your 2025 income tax return, you can choose to use the old 40% bonus depreciation rate. Why would you do this? You may want to save more tax in 2025 than you would following normal depreciation but preserve some deductions for the future. For example, if you anticipate being in a higher tax bracket in 2026, deductions will be more valuable. Another reason is to prevent large net operating losses, which 100% bonus depreciation can create. Call us at (601) 707-7536 for help determining which tax breaks will be most beneficial to claim on your 2025 return and which ones might make sense to forgo.

01/07/2026

Beginning in 2025, businesses can once again deduct domestic research and experimental (R&E) expenses in the year they’re incurred, rather than amortizing them over five years. In addition, “small businesses” can file amended returns to claim the deduction retroactively for 2022 through 2024. Regardless of size, businesses that incurred domestic R&E expenses in 2022 through 2024 can elect to accelerate the remaining deductions for those expenditures over a one- or two-year period. If your business has incurred domestic R&E expenses in any of these years, call us at (601) 707-7536 to discuss how these changes can help boost your cash flow.

01/06/2026

To make confident business decisions, you need a clear view of your cash position. The statement of cash flows reveals how money moves in and out of your business. It’s usually organized into three sections: 1) Cash flows from operations reflect day-to-day activity. 2) Cash flows from financing activities show how you use debt and equity to fund growth. 3) Cash flows from investing activities capture how you’re building for the future. Together, they tell the real story behind your numbers. We can help you interpret trends, spot risks and manage cash flow to strengthen your business strategy. Call us at (601) 707-7536 to learn more.

01/05/2026

Good news for small business owners! The 20% qualified business income (QBI) deduction for pass-through business owners is now permanent. (It had been scheduled to expire after 2025.) This break reduces taxable income for eligible sole proprietors, partners, S corp owners and, generally, LLC members. Beginning in 2026, expanded income ranges over which certain limits phase in may allow more taxpayers to qualify for the QBI deduction, and some may enjoy larger deductions. Contact us at (601) 707-7536 to learn how you can benefit.

01/02/2026

Not everyone is eligible to make tax-deductible contributions to a traditional IRA. For example, for 2026, deduction eligibility for single taxpayers who also contribute to a workplace retirement plan, such as a 401(k) plan, phases out with income between $81,000 and $91,000. For joint filers, the phaseout range for a spouse who contributes to a work-based plan is $129,000 to $149,000. For a spouse who doesn’t contribute to a work-based plan, the phaseout range is $242,000 to $252,000. Also for 2026, Roth IRA contribution eligibility phases out as follows: $153,000 to $168,000 for single filers, $242,000 to $252,000 for joint filers, and $0 to $10,000 for married separate filers. Contact us at (601) 707-7536 if you have questions.

12/31/2025

Conventional wisdom says your mortgage should retire before you do. If you pay it off, you’ll enjoy a lower cost of living — not to mention the psychological boost of owning your home! But if mortgage interest provides an income tax advantage or you need to prioritize paying off other, high-interest debt, you may want to hold on to your mortgage. Contact us at (601) 707-7536. We can help you weigh the pros and cons.

12/30/2025

Wage garnishment can be tough. It allows creditors to collect a debt by legally withholding a portion of an employee’s paycheck, but it comes with limits and employee protections. Garnishments are often triggered by government debts such as child support, student loans, tax levies, or court judgments. Before withholding can begin, you must be notified of the order to withhold. Some portion of your wages must be exempt per state law. If you’re hit with a garnishment order you believe is incorrect or unfair, you have the right to challenge it. Contact us for help with this matter at (601) 707-7536.

12/29/2025

Does your business pay independent contractors? A provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law on July 4, 2025, will reduce your required reporting. Currently, businesses that pay $600 or more for services rendered by a contractor must issue a Form 1099-NEC (Nonemployee Compensation). Beginning with payments made in 2026, the threshold increases to $2,000 and will be adjusted for inflation in subsequent years. This change will simplify compliance and reduce the risk of penalties for missed filings. Contact us at (601) 707-7536 with questions about how to proceed.

12/26/2025

If you’re looking for last-minute ways to lower your 2025 tax bill, consider prepaying some education costs. Taxpayers may be able to claim an American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) of up to $2,500 per student for expenses paid in 2025, as long as classes begin by March 31, 2026. Costs related to tuition, course materials and certain equipment for coursework at a college, university or trade school generally qualify. You, your spouse or your dependent must be enrolled at least half-time in a degree or certificate program. Income limits and other restrictions apply. But if you don’t qualify for the AOTC, you might be eligible for the $2,000 Lifetime Learning Credit. To learn more, call us at (601) 707-7536.

12/24/2025

Starting in 2026, tax law changes could increase the risk of getting hit by the alternative minimum tax (AMT). This is especially true for high earners. At least some income-based phaseout thresholds for the AMT exemption will drop, and the exemptions will be phased out twice as fast as in 2025. Add to that the impact of larger state and local tax deductions (which aren’t AMT-deductible), and more taxpayers could face the AMT. Call us at (601) 707-7536 for help assessing your risk and finding strategies you can implement now to minimize your taxes.

12/23/2025

Maximize your business tax deductions. Minimize your stress. Let us handle your company’s tax planning, return preparation and strategy so you can focus on taking your business to the next level. Contact us at (601) 707-7536.

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130 Fountains Boulevard
Madison, MS
39110

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+16017077536

Website

https://www.cbhcpas.com/

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