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How Rising Corporate Security Costs Could Affect Your 2025 Taxes
Rising security and cybersecurity costs may affect how small businesses deduct expenses, depreciate assets, and report executive benefits on 2025 tax returns.
Read articleHow to Start a Yacht Charter Business in 2026
Learn how to start a yacht charter business in 2026, including charter economics, owner use, LLCs, maritime compliance, accounting, depreciation records and tax documentation.
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IRS Updates Section 163(j): What It Means for Marine Businesses (2025–2026)
The IRS updated Section 163(j rules affecting business interest deductions, depreciation add-backs, capitalized interest, and foreign income for 2025–2026.
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Treasury and IRS Issue Guidance on New Health Savings Account Tax Benefits Under OBBB
New IRS guidance explains expanded HSA eligibility, tax benefits, and planning strategies for individuals and business owners under OBBB.
Read articleForeign Earned Income Exclusion for Yacht Crew
Working on a foreign-flagged yacht does not automatically qualify income for the FEIE. Eligibility depends on tax home, foreign-country presence, travel days, itinerary and employment arrangement.
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The Biggest Yachting Industry Stories of the Month
Each month, the yachting industry sees major shifts — from fleet expansion and charter demand to regulatory changes and crew market pressures.
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