Tax & Accounting Insights
for Texas Businesses
Strategic tax tips, accounting advice, and financial insights from Evans Sternau CPA — serving businesses and individuals in Houston, Austin, Dallas, and The Woodlands.
Construction Tax Deductions: A Complete Guide for Contractors
Construction tax deductions can protect cash flow and margins. Learn what contractors can write off – from tools and mileage to payroll and permits now.
Internet Sales Tax Explained: What It Is and When It Applies
Internet sales tax is now the rule. Learn when nexus triggers collection, how marketplace laws work, and avoid costly penalties in every state.
Real Estate Agent Tax Deductions Checklist: The Complete Guide
Keep more of your real estate income with smart tax deductions – mileage, marketing, home office, tech, and recordkeeping tips to stay compliant.
Generation Skipping Transfer Tax: What It Is and When It Applies
Passing wealth to grandkids? The Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax can add a 40% hit. Learn when it applies and how to plan smart before it’s too late.
Partnership / Single Member LLC vs S Corp: Which Business Structure is Best?
S Corp, partnership, or single-member LLC? Compare taxes, liability, and control so you choose the right structure for your U.S. startup from day one.
What Is a Franchise Tax in Texas? Your 101 Guide to Rules and Deadlines
Texas franchise tax made simple: who must file, the $2.47M no-tax-due threshold, how margin is calculated, May 15 deadlines, plus mistakes to avoid!
What Is ROI in Real Estate? Calculations, Tips & Strategy
What is ROI in real estate? Learn the key formulas for rentals and flips, what a “good” ROI looks like, and tactics to boost returns.
401k vs HSA vs FSA: Which Should You Fund First?
Confused by HSA vs 401(k) vs FSA? Learn how to prioritize each account for tax savings now and flexibility later while capturing your employer match.
How to Read a Pay Stub and Understand Your W‑2 Form
Confused by your pay stub? Learn how to read each line, catch costly errors early, and walk into tax season confident instead of stressed.
