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I don't go to church to check a box. I don't go because the church or people are perfect (even if they were, me walking in the door would blow that).
I don't even go because its the only place to encounter God- I know that it is not.
I go because Jesus loves the local church & has chosen to show up in unique ways when we come together.
I go because there is something about worshiping together that realigns my values & puts my challenges in the proper place...which is under the Lordship of Jesus.
I go because my God reigns & while the world is chaotic and dangerous, I am reminded that one day He will right all wrongs.
I go because His presence there is just a spark of what eternity in His presence will feel like. And right now, I need that spark.

#worship #church #jesus #heavenonearth by @havalaudon

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I think this the first time I've ever bought a desktop for my office. Been running a laptop top as a server and its time to upgrade ⚡️.
Greg, our IT guy, picked it out. Past experience has told me it's best to leave that part to him. by @havalaudon

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2 days ago

A growth decision can involve new revenue, payroll and equipment at once. Are your tax questions considering how those pieces relate?

One point from the published article: as a business grows, its financial systems can become more complex while remaining disconnected. Tax opportunities may sit within operations, entity choices and owner compensation, not in an unnecessary purchase or complicated structure. The Mantle Blueprint™ maps an owner's financial world and identifies tax savings opportunities, giving those decisions more context.

What else in your business should inform this choice?

Read the full post: https://www.mantletax.com/blog/tax-planning-services-uncovering-hidden-opportunities?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=lucy_social&utm_content=sidea_eXLpUkBqAqLU by @havalaudon

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3 days ago

A growing business can have plenty of financial records and still lack a clear view of what is in the setup.

The Mantle Blueprint™ is a complete read of your financial world before anyone recommends anything. It shows what you have, what is disconnected and which opportunities are actually available to you. It is not a proposal, a pitch for an ongoing engagement or a return.

If a conversation shows the Blueprint is not the right starting point, Hava says so before anyone pays. Start the conversation at mantletax.com/book by @havalaudon

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4 days ago

📅 Tax season starts BEFORE tax season! Are you planning ahead, or waiting until it’s too late?

One of the biggest mistakes business owners make is waiting until tax season to think about taxes. The truth? Some of your best tax-saving opportunities happen before December 31.

Here are a few things to discuss with your tax professional now 👇

💰 How much should you set aside for taxes?
📊 Are your estimated tax payments on track?
✅ What deductions and credits could you qualify for?
🛍️ Are there year-end business expenses worth planning for?
🏦 Are you maximizing retirement contributions?
🔄 Have changes in your income, business, or family affected your tax strategy?

At Mantle, we believe tax planning is about seeing the bigger picture, not just looking back at last year’s return. Smart, proactive decisions are made before the year ends.

✨ Don't wait until tax season to discover what you could have done differently.

📲 Schedule your FREE discovery call at mantletax.com.

Save this post as your reminder to plan ahead, and share it with a business owner who needs to hear it!

#MantleTax #TaxPlanning #SmallBusinessFinance #BusinessOwners #Entrepreneurs by @havalaudon

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5 days ago

Board meeting done ✅️
Back to tax returns.
Happy Tuesday People! by @havalaudon

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5 days ago

Sorting through professional credentials while a business question waits can make the letters feel like the answer.

A more practical starting point is the work itself. Enrolled Agents focus on tax matters and can represent taxpayers before the IRS. Certified Public Accountants have broad accounting training, and many work in areas such as financial audits and reporting. The article’s point is not that one credential is universally better. The roles differ. It also describes The Mantle Blueprint™ as a strategy package that maps an owner's financial world.

For a Central Ohio owner, what kind of help does this decision actually call for?

Read the full post: https://www.mantletax.com/blog/enrolled-agent-vs-cpa?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=lucy_social&utm_content=sidea_uPgheqaVAQpu by @havalaudon

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5 days ago

The equipment quote is in front of you, and the tax deduction sounds like a reason to move quickly.

A deduction should not be the primary reason to buy. The purchase also needs to support the business’s operating plan, while cash flow remains part of the decision. That matters whether you are considering a cash outlay or financing. For an owner weighing a larger decision, The Mantle Blueprint™ is where every client relationship starts.

Before committing, ask: will this purchase serve the plan well enough to justify what it asks of working capital?

Read the full post: https://www.mantletax.com/blog/buying-equipment-before-year-end-questions-to-answer?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=lucy_social&utm_content=sidea_-UfcOt3yj5_x
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6 days ago

Sat down with Business Leaders at JR Spear's round table to discuss how AI is changing business.

🔥 AI isn't just helping businesses work faster. It's changing how businesses operate, how leaders make decisions—and potentially what work will look like in the future.

But should you automate everything just because AI can do it?

In this BLN RoundTable, business leaders from technology, tax, marketing, leadership, AI consulting, and business strategy share how they're using AI today—and what they believe entrepreneurs need to understand before going all in.

💡 From AI-powered workflows and coding to tax strategy, marketing, AI agents, business systems, and leadership, the conversation takes a deeper look at both the opportunity and the risk.

🎯 Key Takeaways
⚙️ You shouldn't automate dysfunction.
🤖 AI should solve a real business problem—not simply be added because it's the latest technology.
🧠 Human judgment, trust, and context still matter.
🛡️ Businesses need guardrails and responsible AI adoption.
💼 AI could dramatically change the future of knowledge work.
🚀 Entrepreneurs need to think about their competitive moat before AI makes their current advantage easier to replicate.
📈 The businesses that adapt intelligently may be the ones best positioned for what's coming next.
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8 days ago

An upcoming hire can turn a familiar decision into a wider question: what else will change when the business grows?

A useful idea from the published article is to pause before treating one choice as separate from the rest of the owner's financial life. Consider what you need to understand about the business and your own goals before you say yes to a new step. The answer may be less about finding a universal rule and more about seeing what this decision asks of you.

What would you want to have clear before taking the next step?

Read the full post:
https://www.mantletax.com/blog/what-a-one-page-map-of-your-financial-world-actually-shows?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=lucy_social&utm_content=sidea_gCWpglQbb0kz by @havalaudon

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9 days ago

📉 Showing a business loss? Don’t panic just yet!

A business loss isn’t always bad news. In some cases, it may help reduce your taxable income and lower your overall tax bill. 💡

But here’s the catch: not every loss is deductible right away. Certain tax rules can limit what you claim this year, while other losses may carry forward to future years.

That’s why staying on top of your numbers matters! 📊

✅ Track every business expense accurately
✅ Know your actual profit or loss
✅ Understand potential tax benefits
✅ Plan ahead to avoid tax-time surprises

At Mantle, we believe smart tax strategy starts with accurate bookkeeping. You can’t make informed tax decisions without knowing where your business stands.

💼 Ready to get your books accurate and tax-ready?

📅 Schedule your FREE discovery call at mantletax.com and let’s make your numbers work smarter for you!

#SmallBusinessTaxes #TaxPlanning #Bookkeeping #SmallBusinessOwners #Entrepreneurs by @havalaudon

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9 days ago

Could an IRS notice and a backlog of returns be two parts of the same problem?

A useful first question may be what needs attention first: the notice, the missing returns, or both. IRS representation and help getting unfiled returns caught up are part of Representation and Cleanup. Being behind is common, and it can be fixed without judgment.

The 15-minute call takes nothing to prepare. Hava asks a few questions and says which of the three engagements fits, or that none does.

Start the conversation at mantletax.com/book by @havalaudon

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10 days ago