What if 2026 was the year your small business finally hit consistent profit, kept cash flow steady, and grew without chaos? That is possible if your financial foundation is solid.

These five common mistakes show up again and again in small business books — and most of them lead to missed tax deductions or lost profits. The good news? Every single one is fixable.

These five common mistakes show up again and again in small business books — and most of them lead to missed tax deductions or lost profits. The good news? Every single one is fixable.