Are Credit Card Processing Fees Taxable?
More businesses are adding credit card surcharges, convenience fees, swipe fees, or similar charges to offset processing costs. While these charges may feel separate from the product or service being sold, many states view them as part of the taxable sales price. That can lead to confusion for businesses that treat the surcharge as a […]
Auto Loan Interest Deduction: What the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Car Buyers
Recent federal legislation known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” introduced a new, limited deduction for certain auto loan interest. For individuals and families who rely on personal vehicles for work and daily life, this change could influence purchasing and financing decisions. While the provision has generated headlines, the details matter. Eligibility
Smarter Systems. Stronger Results. A Practical Look at Software for Dealerships
Running a dealership today means managing tight margins, inventory swings, staffing gaps, and customers who expect fast answers. Many stores already feel the strain. When systems don’t talk to each other or rely too heavily on manual steps, the pressure builds. We have seen the same pattern in larger industry challenges like supply chain delays. […]
Headlights Newsletter – Q1 2026
The latest issue of Headlights, a publication of the AutoCPA Group, is now available. Click here to access the newsletter.
Year-End Tax Considerations for Dealerships: What to Review Before Closing Out 2025
As dealerships prepare to close their books for 2025, tax strategy becomes just as important as sales performance. The final weeks of the year bring opportunities to reduce tax liability, strengthen financial positions, and enter 2026 with clearer visibility and fewer surprises. But dealership tax planning is complex, with inventory rules, floorplan interest co
Succession Planning in Dealerships: Avoiding Family Feuds and Financial Pitfalls
Succession planning is one of the most important and most sensitive processes a dealership will ever navigate. For many owners, the dealership isn’t just a business; it’s a legacy built over decades, shaped by family involvement, and tied closely to personal identity. That’s exactly why transitions can become complicated, emotional, and at times, contenti
Dealership Fraud Risks You Didn’t See Coming
As 2025 winds down, dealership leaders are reviewing financials, finalizing year-end sales, and preparing for the opportunities ahead. Yet one area often overlooked during this busy season is also one of the most costly: fraud. Fraud today rarely shows up as an obvious breach or a dramatic event. Instead, it hides in the day-to-day processes […]
Beyond the Sale: How Dealerships Can Turn Service Departments into Profit Powerhouses
For dealerships across automotive, agricultural equipment, RV, and powersports sectors, the pressure to maintain profitability has never been higher. Margins are tighter and financing costs remain elevated. These challenges have pushed many dealerships to look beyond the showroom for stability, and increasingly, they’re finding it in the service department. W
Headlights Newsletter – 4Q 2025
The latest issue of Headlights, a publication of the AutoCPA Group, is now available. Please click here to access the newsletter.
When the Supply Chain Strikes: How Auto Dealerships Can Navigate Disruption
You don’t have to look far to see headlines about global supply chain strain. Between semiconductor constraints, freight bottlenecks, geopolitical shifts, and ripple effects from cyberattacks, the auto industry is navigating turbulence. For dealerships, these pressures aren’t abstract — they show up in delayed deliveries, constrained parts inventories, un
