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The most underused write-offs and tax deduction strategies entrepreneurs should consider. The following excerpt is fromMark J. Kohler’s book The Tax and Legal Playbook. Buy it now from Amazon | Barnes & Noble | IndieBound | Entrepreneur Books When I review a client’s tax return, I always try to grab the low-hanging fruit first- -- …
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Dealing with taxes is a fact of life for small business owners. Annual expenditures for taxes for most owners are likely their largest outlay each year, exceeding rent or mortgage payments, marketing costs, and vehicle expenses (the only possible larger expenditure is payroll). Beyond payments to the government for all of the taxes you pay—income …
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Among your responsibilities as an employer is the requirement to collect, report, and pay payroll taxes as required by federal and state laws. If you are a corporate officer or other "responsible party," as defined by the IRS, you may be personally liable for payroll taxes not reported or deposited as required. If your business …
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1. Carefully set up your payroll system and update it regularly Take the time to input correct employee information, tax withholding amounts and payment information. By doing this, you'll avoid paying the wrong amount to employees and stay away from errors in the long run. 2. Pay your employees on timeIf you want to keep …
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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1099 vs. W2 Employee1099 and W2s are the different tax forms used to deduct payroll taxes on different types of employees. 1099 employees are self-employed independent contractors. They receive pay in accord with the terms of their contract and get a 1099 form to report income on their tax return. A W2 employee receives a …
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Everyone in business must keep records. Keeping good records is very important to your business. Good records will help you do the following: Monitor the progress of your business Prepare your financial statements Identify sources of your income Keep track of your deductible expenses Keep track of your basis in property Prepare your tax returns …
The form of business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them. The following are the five general types of business taxes. Income Tax Estimated Taxes Self-Employment Tax Employment Taxes Excise Tax Income Tax All businesses except partnerships must file an annual income tax return. Partnerships file an information return. …
Many Americans have the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to start their own small business. These individuals often use their own resources as initial capital and may sacrifice personal finances in order to grow their companies. Financial experts applaud the drive and commitment of these small business owners, but warn that they must also consider their …
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Business owners know that most of their expenses are deductible. But it might surprise you to learn how many leave money on the table by not claiming all allowable write-offs. Overlooked Business Deductions Here are the most commonly overlooked deductions. Carryovers Your tax activities in prior years sometimes yield deductions in the present. So check …
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