Be ready · January through April 15
Tax season.
From the 1099 forms due January 31 to individual returns on April 15, the first months of the year decide whether tax season is calm or chaotic. The work is mostly records: matching, organizing and handing over a clean package early.
January through April 15 Every business, 1099 worker and carrier
What we can handle
Hand it to us.
The parts of this season we take off your plate, scoped and priced in writing before any work begins.
Other seasons and events
January 1 through May 1
Florida annual report seasonEvery Florida company must file by May 1 or pay a $400 late fee.Spring and summer, with announced enforcement weeks
Inspection seasonRoadside inspection blitzes, announced ahead of time. Clean paperwork keeps trucks rolling.Spring into summer, moving north
Produce seasonCapacity tightens and rates move as harvests roll north from Florida and Texas.June 1 through November 30
Hurricane seasonRecords backed up, properties secured, and a plan for the days after a storm.August notices through March 31
Property tax seasonProposed values arrive in August; bills paid in November earn the biggest discount.October through December
Peak shipping seasonRetail freight surges and capacity gets tight from October to the holidays.October through December 31
Year-end trucking renewalsUCR for next year, IFTA credentials and the insurance renewals that come with January.June through September
Summer on the roadHeat is hard on drivers, tires, engines and reefers. A few habits prevent most summer breakdowns.Most on July 1; some October 1 or January 1
New Florida laws take effectEach year new state laws take effect, many on July 1. A quick review keeps forms and contracts current.June and July
Mid-year business reviewHalfway through the year is the best time to fix cash flow, pricing and records.November and December
Year-end case reviewCourts slow down for the holidays. A good time to get every file's records current before January.November and December
Year-end tax planningSome tax decisions only count if they happen by December 31. Meet your CPA while there is still time.March through May
Spring cleanup seasonGrowth season brings overgrowth citations. Clean up before the rainy season and the code officer arrive.December through February
Winter runs up northFlorida trucks heading north meet snow, ice, chain laws and gelling fuel. A short plan keeps them moving and safe.Usually from November 1
Health coverage open enrollmentThe yearly window to sign up for or change health coverage. Missing it can mean waiting a year.Start an engagement
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