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Washington State Tax Changes: New Requirements and Opportunities to Stay Compliant
If you do business in Washington, you’ve probably heard rumblings about the state’s major tax changes under ESSB 5814. And...
2026 Real Estate & Construction Industry Predictions
The real estate and construction sector enters 2026 at a pivotal moment. After several years defined by supply chain disruptions,...
IRS Modernizes Payments for 2025: Key Changes for Individuals and Businesses
The IRS has released new guidance outlining how it will begin modernizing the way taxpayers send and receive payments during...
2026 Manufacturing Industry Predictions
The manufacturing industry continues to evolve at an extraordinary pace, shaped by shifting economic forces, rapid technological advancement, and ongoing...
Business Valuation Explained: When and Why You Need One
For many business owners, their closely held business is their most valuable asset. Whether you are thinking about estate planning,...
Washington’s Proposed “Millionaire Tax” Beginning 2029: What You Need to Know
On December 22, 2025, Governor Ferguson announced his plans for a “Millionaire Tax” to help fund Washington’s future public investments....
Countdown to December 31, 2026: Planning for Your Qualified Opportunity Fund Gain Inclusion
The end of 2026 will arrive faster than many Opportunity Zone investors expect—and with it, the mandatory recognition of previously...
Thriving Through Change: A Guide for Nonprofits
Nonprofits are operating in a complex and rapidly shifting environment. Our job at Perkins & Co is to stay close...
Why USPS Postmarks Matter for Tax Deadlines — and How to Avoid Late Filing Penalties
When it comes to tax filings, timing is everything. For many federal and state tax returns and payments sent by...
Portland Accounting Careers: Roles, Pathways & 2026 Salaries
Key Takeaway Portland accounting careers offer competitive salaries with multiple entry pathways including bachelor’s, master’s, and CPA certification. The Portland...
Beyond Income Tax Returns Guide: 2025 Edition
Look Beyond the Return: What’s Ahead for 2026 As we head into a new filing season, Perkins & Co is...
2025 Year-End Tax Planning Guide
Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals and Businesses As we approach the end of the year, the Perkins & Co team...
Your Go-To Guide for Choosing an Accounting Firm in Portland
Choosing an accounting firm to handle your company’s finances can feel like a big decision. Payroll deadlines, navigating tax rules,...
Exploring Opportunity Zone Investments: Featuring Isaac Jones on HFO Marketwatch
Perkins & Co shareholder Isaac Jones recently joined the HFO Multifamily Marketwatch podcast to discuss the evolution and benefits of...
Post-OBBBA Tax Benefits for Real Estate Investors
The post-OBBBA (‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Act) environment has amplified opportunities for real estate investors—especially those leveraging debt and strategic...
Climate Reporting Due 2026: California Rulemakers Provide Updates on Senate Bills (SB) 261 & 253
Mandatory climate reporting in California is quickly approaching, and for many companies, compliance may be challenging. SB 261 requires companies...
Washington Annual B&O Tax Reconciliation Due October 31, 2025
Businesses that engage in apportionable activities in Washington should mark their calendars: the Annual Reconciliation of Apportionable Income for calendar...
Construction Accounting Changes Under the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Act
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) brings major changes for the construction industry, particularly in how contractors account for...
Washington to Tax Advertising Services Starting October 2025
With the passage of ESSB 5814, Washington will become one of the few states to impose sales tax on advertising...
New Rental Registration Program for Vancouver, WA Landlords: What You Need to Know
The City of Vancouver, Washington, has approved a new Rental Registration Program that will require most residential landlords to register...
Closing Out Our OBBBA Series: Key Insights and Next Steps
This summer brought one of the most monumental tax law changes in recent history. With the passage of the One...
Nonprofit Tax Provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
As we wrap up our blog series on the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, we turn our attention to...
Reviving R&D: How the OBBB Act Reforms Section 174 Expensing
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made significant changes to the U.S. tax code, including a rule that, beginning...
Real Estate Highlights from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
As our One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) Act blog series continues, this post takes a closer look at how...