Tax season

Tax day countdown

Days until Tax Day
April 15, 2026

Tax day has passed for this year. Start planning ahead — contact us today.

* Tax Day is April 15. If it falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day. Extensions may apply — contact Brownlie Consulting for guidance.

Need help before the deadline?

Brownlie Consulting offers year-round tax planning and preparation for small and mid-sized businesses. Don’t wait until April — reach out today and we’ll make sure you’re ready.


Government resources
Federal & state agencies
Official sources for tax guidance, business registration, and government programs.
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IRS Newsroom

Latest tax law updates, announcements, and guidance directly from the Internal Revenue Service.

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IRS Small Business Center

Tax resources, forms, and guidance specifically for small businesses and self-employed individuals.

irs.gov/businesses →
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U.S. Small Business Administration

Loans, grants, business guides, disaster assistance, and contracting resources for SMBs.

sba.gov →
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Illinois Business Portal

State of Illinois business registration, licensing, permits, and compliance resources.

illinoisbiz.biz →
Professional organizations
CPA & accounting associations
Standards, continuing education, and professional resources for CPAs and finance professionals.
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Illinois CPA Society

Professional standards, continuing education, and advocacy for CPAs practicing in Illinois.

icpas.org →
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AICPA

Standards, tools, and professional resources from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

aicpa-cima.com →
Business support
Mentoring & education
Free and low-cost support to help small business owners grow and succeed.

SCORE Mentorship

Free business mentoring, workshops, and educational resources for small business owners nationwide.

score.org →
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Small Business Development Centers

Free business consulting and low-cost training from SBA-funded centers across the country.

sba.gov/sbdc →
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IRS Tax Guide for Small Business

Publication 334 — the IRS’s comprehensive guide for sole proprietors and small business tax filing.

IRS Publication 334 →
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U.S. Dept. of Labor — Wages

Federal wage and hour laws, minimum wage guidance, and payroll compliance resources for employers.

dol.gov →

Recommended reading

Business books for SMB owners

A curated list of books that Brownlie Consulting recommends for business owners serious about growing stronger, smarter businesses. Click any title to find it on Amazon.
Leadership & mindset
Who Moved My Cheese?
Spencer Johnson

A simple parable about adapting to change in business and life. Essential reading for any business owner navigating uncertainty.

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Good to Great
Jim Collins

Why some companies make the leap to greatness and others don’t. A research-backed framework for building a truly exceptional business.

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The E-Myth Revisited
Michael E. Gerber

Why most small businesses fail and what to do about it. A must-read for any owner who finds themselves working in their business instead of on it.

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Operations & systems
Traction
Gino Wickman

The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) in full detail. A practical framework for getting every part of your business pulling in the same direction.

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Scaling Up
Verne Harnish

How to dominate your industry and create a business that runs without you. Covers people, strategy, execution, and cash — the four key decisions every growing company faces.

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The Goal
Eliyahu M. Goldratt

A business novel that introduced the Theory of Constraints. Particularly relevant for manufacturing and operations-focused businesses looking to eliminate bottlenecks.

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Finance & cash flow
Profit First
Mike Michalowicz

A simple cash management system that transforms any business from a cash-eating monster to a money-making machine. Practical and immediately applicable.

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Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits
Greg Crabtree

A CPA’s guide to using financial data to grow a profitable business. Breaks down the key numbers every SMB owner needs to understand and track.

Find on Amazon →
Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs
Karen Berman & Joe Knight

Demystifies financial statements for non-financial business owners. Helps you read your numbers, understand what they mean, and use them to make better decisions.

Find on Amazon →
Strategy & growth
Built to Last
Jim Collins & Jerry Porras

The habits and practices of visionary companies that have stood the test of time. Reveals what separates enduring businesses from those that fade.

Find on Amazon →
The Lean Startup
Eric Ries

How to build a business that adapts and learns quickly. Introduces the build-measure-learn cycle that helps businesses avoid wasting time and money on the wrong things.

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Never Split the Difference
Chris Voss

Negotiation tactics from a former FBI hostage negotiator. Invaluable for business owners negotiating contracts, vendor terms, leases, and deals.

Find on Amazon →

Links go to Amazon search results. Brownlie Consulting is not affiliated with Amazon or any of these authors — these are simply books we believe in.

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