I recently attended a two-day marketing workshop that made me think about whether I am effectively communicating with prospects on my websites. I do an annual review of my websites and update them to keep them fresh. According to Forbes' article "Top Website Statistics for 2025", there are close to 1.2 billion websites on the internet in 2025, and only 43% of small business owners plan to invest in their website performance. Additionally, 21% of business owners report low website traffic, which can affect attracting and retaining customers, revenue growth, and overall success.

Kwong v. United States: A Pandemic-Era Decision That Could Reshape Tax Deadlines, Penalties, and Refund Opportunities
The 2025 court decision, Kwong v. United States, is quietly gaining traction among tax professionals for exactly these reasons. Its implications could be far-reaching, potentially opening the door to refund claims, penalty abatements, and revived tax deadlines that many assumed were long closed. But there’s a catch: the opportunity to act may be time-sensitive, and the window to preserve claims could begin closing in just a few short weeks. Here’s what the court actually decided and why it matters now.


