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You cannot employ any full-time employees and have a solo 401(k).Individual 401(k) plans allow you to start taking deductions after you turn 59.5 years old. In 2019, an employee can contribute up to $19,000 in one year, assuming you're under 50 years old. Annual or maintenance fees for solo 401(k) plans usually run between $20 …
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In the beginning stages of managing your startup, the nitty-gritty of finances might be the last thing you want to think about, but letting financial planning fall by the wayside is a troubling habit for new business owners. The pressures of success and profitability can weigh down a new business. But no matter your level …
Starting a business is a big achievement for many entrepreneurs, but maintaining one is the larger challenge. There are many standard challenges every business faces whether they are large or small. These include things like hiring the right people, building a brand and so on. However, there are some that are unique to small businesses, …
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In your everyday life, bad habits can cause problems. You might do things poorly or waste time. You might not do the best work that you can do. The same is true for your business’s bookkeeping. Your bad habits can cause bookkeeping problems. You will do bookkeeping poorly and possibly have financial issues. You need …
For many, paying employees cash seems like the easiest way to handle things. However, while it may seem easier, in the long run if you get caught by the IRS, it's going to be difficult to deal with. Although it is not illegal to pay employees and contractors in cash, there are a variety of …
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When starting a small business, there are many things that you are going to have to consider and important decisions you’ll have to make in order to get your business up and running. One of these decisions that you won’t want to take lightly is choosing a legal structure. As a small business owner, there …
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As a business owner, you must have heard the term capital allowance. You have been wondering what it is and how you can enjoy it. Educate yourself on what a capital allowance is and why it’s so integral to so many businesses. What Is Capital Allowance?This is an expenditure that you can claim against your …
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Learning how to grow your business isn’t just a worthy goal; growing your business is often a necessity for your business’s survival and your economic well-being. What can you do to get your business beyond the bare sustenance level? What can you do to turn it into the income-generating powerhouse you envision? Try one or …
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We often see individual taxpayers and business owners caught by surprise with an unexpected large tax bill which they were never prepared for. This situation can result in significant stress and cash flow issues both on a personal and business level. There is often very little that can be done at the end of the …
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Thanks to the huge range of accounting applications available for today’s small and medium-sized businesses, it’s easier than ever to keep an accurate record of where your business’s money is going. While accounting software has made bookkeeping and accounting easier for small businesses, it’s also made errors and accounting mistakes—from incorrectly categorizing a transaction to …
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