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Hosted by the dynamic Chris Wittich, Traction with the Tiger is your go-to podcast for staying ahead in the world of accounting, business, and beyond. Chris tackles hot topics, shares invaluable business tips, and keeps you informed on the latest trends in the industry.
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The Tip Credit: Key Rules, Limitations and What Businesses Need to Know (opens the original)
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The tip credit has expanded beyond restaurants and food service to include the beauty industry, creating new planning opportunities for salons, nail businesses, med spas and other qualifying businesses. But understanding the credit goes beyond simply multiplying tips by 7.65%. In this episode of Traction with the Tiger , Chris Wittich takes a deeper look at how the tip credit works, including its nonrefundable nature, limitations on how much tax it can offset, carryback rules and the use of Form
The Biggest Challenges Facing Accounting Firms Today (opens the original)
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What are the biggest challenges facing accounting firms today? The 2026 AICPA Top Issues Survey offers a surprising answer: technology and AI. In this episode of Traction with the Tiger , Chris Wittich breaks down the survey’s findings across firm sizes, from solo practitioners to firms with 500+ professionals. He explores why tax law complexity dominates the concerns of smaller firms, why staffing challenges are shifting, and why technology adoption and AI are the one issue affecting firms acro
The New SGO Tax Credit: A 100% Federal Tax Credit for Charitable Giving (opens the original)
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Most charitable donations provide a tax deduction—but what if your contribution resulted in a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit instead? In this episode, Chris Wittich explores the new Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) tax credit created under Section 25F of the Internal Revenue Code. Available beginning in 2027, the credit allows individuals to receive up to a $1,700 federal tax credit for qualifying contributions to certified Scholarship Granting Organizations. Chris discusses: How th
Trump Accounts Update: Robinhood Launch, IRS Gift Tax Relief & What Families Should Know (opens the original)
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Trump accounts officially begin rolling out, and there are several important updates families should understand before opening one. In this episode, Chris Wittich discusses Robinhood becoming the initial custodian, the latest IRS guidance on gift tax reporting, and what Revenue Procedure 2026-25 means for taxpayers. He also reviews how Trump accounts work, long-term planning opportunities, and why waiting a few months before opening an account may be a practical approach while additional guidanc
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