⚠️ SCAM ALERT: If youreceived a letter titled “2026 Annual Registration — Final Reminder” or similar, do not pay until you have verified it with the Washington Secretary of State directly. The actual cost of a Washington State annual report is $70 for most for-profit businesses. Third-party mailers routinely charge $100–$200 or
How to Pay Estimated Taxes Online Effective immediately, the IRS is no longer accepting paper checks for estimated income tax payments. All estimated tax payments must be submitted electronically. This applies to small business owners, sole proprietors, and any business owner responsible for making quarterly payments on their tax liability. Here is what you need
A busy day in a dental practice might include hygiene appointments, restorative procedures, insurance coordination, and conversations about treatment plans. Behind every one of those interactions is a financial system that supports the practice, from payroll and equipment costs to patient billing and reimbursements. Because dentistry operates on tight schedules and steady cash movement, taxes
Senate Bill 6346, the Millionaires Tax, has now passed both chambers of the Washington State Legislature in the state of Washington, introducing a new state income tax on high earners. The bill passed the Senate on February 16, 2026 (27-22), and after a 25-hour marathon debate, passed the House on March 10, 2026 (51-46) with
Most dental practice owners have a general sense of how their practice is performing. Schedules feel full or slow, the team seems busy, and revenue comes in each month. However, a general sense is not the same as a clear picture, and the difference between the two can cost a practice significantly over time. Reviewing
Running a dental office means managing patient care, leading a team, coordinating with insurance companies, and keeping daily operations running smoothly. With so much happening at once, it can be easy to treat financial reports as an afterthought, something to glance at before tax season and set aside. The dental practices that grow with purpose
January is a natural reset for every dental practice. You review last year’s performance, set new financial goals, and decide which partners can help you reach them. At Dental Accounting Group, communication speed is treated as a core part of client support. When your dental accountant replies the same day with clear, actionable guidance, you
The New Year is a natural checkpoint for every dental practice. Many practice owners use this moment to ask whether their current accounting services are supporting real financial goals or simply filing a tax return. At Dental Accounting Group, these conversations often begin when dentists want a deeper level of insight and responsiveness. Dentists frequently
Understanding your sales and use tax obligations in Washington State is essential for maintaining compliance and avoiding costly penalties. Whether you operate a dental practice, professional services firm, or retail business, staying current with these requirements can save you significant time and money. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about Washington’s sales
How to Complete Your 401(k) Annual Census: A Step-by-Step Checklist If your company sponsors a 401(k) plan, submitting accurate annual census data to your Third-Party Administrator (TPA) is one of the most important tasks in your retirement plan administration process. This data drives everything from employer match calculations to required 401k compliance testing—and delays can
